Naveed 
A concerning rise in divorce cases, family disputes, and domestic violence in the Rawalpindi division is noticed particularly between January 1st and June 30th, 2023.
The increasing influence of social media platforms, such as TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and messaging apps, is believed to be contributing to this trend.
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According to the available data, a total of 5,804 family cases were registered in Rawalpindi’s family courts during the first half of the year. Among these cases, 210 husbands sought reconciliation after their wives had left home due to family disputes.
Additionally, the courts sanctioned 2,393 divorces, with 78 women being instructed to return to their husbands.
Around 571 girls pursued court and love marriages after leaving their homes within the last six months.
The number of pending family cases in Rawalpindi’s family courts currently stands at 9,500, with each judge handling an average of 50 to 70 cases per day.
This backlog emphasizes the strain on the judicial system in dealing with the rising number of family-related issues.
Impact of social media in family issues
Experts and advocates have expressed concerns about the impact of social media and mismatched marriages on the family system.
They point out that young girls, exposed to mobile phones and the internet at a young age, are particularly vulnerable to negative influences.
Love marriages, especially, are prone to trivial issues being blown out of proportion, leading to threats and impulsive actions before resorting to family courts.
In conclusion, the observed surge in divorce cases, family disputes, and domestic violence in the Rawalpindi division between January 1st and June 30th, 2023, raises concerns about the impact of social media platforms and mismatched marriages on the family system.
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It emphasizes the need for greater awareness, scrutiny, and support to address these issues and mitigate their negative effects on individuals and families.
