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Crime
Punjab-Haryana HC orders police protection for live-in couple, mandates fortnightly check-ins
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 08:31 AM
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The Punjab and Haryana High Court granted police protection to a live‑in couple, citing threats to their life and liberty, and directed regular safety checks.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court issued an order granting police protection to a live‑in couple who approached the bench alleging threats to their life and liberty. The court observed that the couple's safety was at risk and therefore mandated state security measures.
Under the order, police officials are required to escort the couple to the nearest police station every fifteen days to verify their well‑being. Additionally, the woman has been instructed to inform her parents of her daily status, ensuring continuous familial communication.
The directive underscores the judiciary's stance that cohabiting partners, even without formal marriage, are entitled to protection when faced with intimidation. It also highlights the court's proactive role in safeguarding personal liberty.
The couple, residing in a rented dwelling, declined to disclose further personal details. Police will continue to monitor the situation in line with the court's instructions.
Under the order, police officials are required to escort the couple to the nearest police station every fifteen days to verify their well‑being. Additionally, the woman has been instructed to inform her parents of her daily status, ensuring continuous familial communication.
The directive underscores the judiciary's stance that cohabiting partners, even without formal marriage, are entitled to protection when faced with intimidation. It also highlights the court's proactive role in safeguarding personal liberty.
The couple, residing in a rented dwelling, declined to disclose further personal details. Police will continue to monitor the situation in line with the court's instructions.