A recent incident in Ludhiana has brought to light the darker side of marriage pacts, where the groom’s family allegedly cheated the bride’s family with false promises of a foreign settlement. The bride’s family had paid a significant amount of money to the groom’s family, hoping that their daughter would have a better life abroad. However, after the marriage, the groom’s family revealed that they had no intention of settling abroad and had only made false promises to extract money from the bride’s family. The bride’s family was left shocked and devastated, feeling cheated and betrayed. They immediately approached the police, who have now registered a case against the groom’s family. The police are investigating the matter and have assured the bride’s family that they will take strict action against the accused. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of women in such marriage pacts. Many women have fallen prey to such scams, where they are lured with false promises of a better life abroad, only to be left stranded and cheated. The police have advised people to be cautious and vigilant when entering into such marriage pacts, and to thoroughly verify the credentials of the other party before making any commitments. The incident has also highlighted the need for stricter laws and regulations to protect women from such scams. The government has been urged to take immediate action to prevent such incidents and to provide support and protection to women who have been affected by such scams. The bride’s family has expressed their gratitude to the police for taking swift action and has hoped that justice will be served. The incident has sent shockwaves in the community, with many people expressing their outrage and anger at the groom’s family for their alleged cheating. The police have assured that they will leave no stone unturned in investigating the matter and bringing the accused to justice. The incident has also raised questions about the role of marriage bureaus and agents in such scams, and whether they are doing enough to verify the credentials of the parties involved. The police have said that they will also be investigating the role of any marriage bureaus or agents who may have been involved in the scam. The incident has highlighted the need for greater awareness and education about the risks and dangers of such marriage pacts, and the importance of verifying the credentials of the other party before making any commitments. The government has been urged to launch a public awareness campaign to educate people about the risks of such scams and to provide support and protection to women who have been affected. The incident has also raised concerns about the social and economic factors that drive such scams, and the need for greater support and protection for women who are vulnerable to such exploitation. The police have said that they will be working closely with social organizations and community groups to provide support and protection to women who have been affected by such scams. The incident has sent a strong message that such scams will not be tolerated, and that those who engage in such activities will be brought to justice. The bride’s family has hoped that their daughter will be able to move on from the incident and start a new life, free from the trauma and stress of the experience. The incident has also highlighted the importance of supporting and empowering women, and providing them with the resources and tools they need to make informed decisions about their lives. The government has been urged to provide greater support and resources to women who have been affected by such scams, and to work towards creating a safer and more secure environment for women.