By News Desk 
A Growing Trend: Marriages to Pakistan and Its Implications
There was significant attention and controversy surrounding Sania Mirza’s marriage to a Pakistani cricketer, and the discussion continues to resonate today. However, recent developments have brought to light a far-reaching trend that is making waves across Punjab, where 83,000 women have reportedly married men from Pakistan. Instead of opting for Pakistani citizenship, these women are choosing to give birth in India, raising questions about citizenship and identity.
The Scale of Marriages to Pakistan
The closure of the Attari-Wagah border has brought new focus to this issue, as reports highlight the increasing number of marriages involving women from Punjab marrying Pakistani men. Despite the controversy, the women in question are not adopting Pakistani nationality but are instead continuing to reside in India and raising families.
सानिया मिर्ज़ा ने पाकिस्तान में निकाह किया तो इतना हंगामा
— Dilip Kumar Singh (@DilipKu24388061) April 27, 2025
अब अटारी-वाघा सीमा बंद होने के बाद पता चला कि, अकेले पंजाब में ही 83,000 औरते है जिनका निकाह पाकिस्तान में हुआ और वो पाक की नागरिकता न ले यहीं बच्चे पैदा कर रही हैं ?
विचार करो देश में कितने होंगे…? 🤔😇 pic.twitter.com/yDmR6Ry1gY
What Does This Mean for the Larger Picture?
This raises important questions about the scope of these marriages and their broader implications for both countries. If there are already 83,000 women in Punjab alone involved in these marriages, the number across the whole nation could be significantly higher. The trend has sparked debate over citizenship laws and the cultural and political impacts of such unions.