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CRPF Constable Faces Disciplinary Action for Unauthorized Marriage to Pakistani National

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has temporarily halted the deportation of his wife, Menal Khan, as the CRPF concludes its inquiry into rule violations.

Overview

  • Constable Munir Ahmed married Pakistani national Menal Khan via WhatsApp video call in May 2024 without obtaining CRPF permission, violating Rule 21(3) of the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964.
  • The CRPF has completed its inquiry, confirming Ahmed's rule violations and initiating disciplinary proceedings against him for breaching service protocols.
  • Menal Khan entered India on a tourist visa that expired on March 22, 2025; Ahmed failed to report her visa overstay to authorities, raising security concerns.
  • The Jammu and Kashmir High Court granted Menal Khan a 10-day stay on her deportation on April 29, 2025, following intensified security measures after the Pahalgam terror attack.
  • CRPF officials have recommended a policy-level decision on marriages involving foreign nationals, particularly Pakistani citizens, citing national security risks.