Family courts in Rawalpindi reopened on Monday after a 31 day summer break and set a new record for divorce petitions with heavy registration on day one officials said.
Record filings of divorce petitions on first day
A total of 213 fresh cases were filed on the first day.
These included divorce dowry recovery maintenance and child support. Court staff said the rush began early morning and continued through the day.
Furthermore, women seeking divorce arrived in large numbers with parents and lawyers. Officials said the pace was unusual even for a reopening day.
Immediate hearings on divorce petitions and next steps
Out of the total 168 cases were accepted for immediate hearing. Judges issued notices to respondents for replies.
Additionally, orders on the remaining 45 cases will be issued today Tuesday due to late filing.
Officials estimate that more than 100 additional family cases may be filed on the second day. They also noted that no new cases were registered during the recess from August 1 to August 31.
The benches will clear urgent matters first. Therefore, maintenance and child support petitions will be placed on priority to protect dependants.
Social media marriages major cause of failed marriages
Sources said many petitions involve failed love and court marriages. Several began with social media friendships on Facebook TikTok Instagram YouTube and Messenger.
Many women alleged that husbands presented themselves online as businessmen officers or landowners.
Whereas, after marriage they turned out to be jobless or different from the image shown. Mismatched unions and family disputes were also common reasons.
Human rights activists said family disputes are hollowing out our society. She urged parents to play a responsible role in marriage decisions.
Similarly, lawyers advised couples to verify background information and seek counselings before marriage.
Courts have asked parties to keep children first and to obey interim orders.
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