The Maharashtra government is considering a novel approach to combat child marriage within the state. Officials are exploring mandating the inclusion of both the bride and groom’s birthdates on wedding invitations. This measure aims to simplify age verification during marriage ceremonies, making it easier to identify and prevent underage unions. Maharashtra’s Minister of Women and Child Development, Aditi Tatkare, announced the proposal in the state legislative assembly. The initiative seeks to proactively address the issue of child marriage by increasing transparency and accountability. Further details regarding implementation are pending, but the government believes this could be a significant step towards protecting vulnerable individuals. The move follows concerns about the prevalence of child marriage in certain regions of Maharashtra.