UCC to Prevent Cases Like Aftab-Shraddha, Uttarakhand CM Declares January 27 as UCC Day

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami emphasized the significance of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in ensuring equal rights for women of all religions, stating, "Through UCC, we aim to prevent atrocities like the Shraddha Walkar case." The landmark move mandates the registration of live-in relationships to safeguard individuals and curb violence. Dhami clarified that the UCC is not targeted at any community but aims to establish equality and protection for all.