Rise in Pre-Matrimonial Investigations Post-2024: What’s Driving Delhi's Demand?
In recent years, there has been a significant surge in the demand for pre-matrimonial investigations in Delhi. More families are now turning to private detective agencies to conduct in-depth background checks before finalizing marriage proposals. This trend is primarily driven by a series of high-profile marriage fraud cases that have shaken public trust and highlighted the importance of caution in matrimonial arrangements. The Trigger: High-Profile Marriage Fraud Cases A major turning point came in September 2024 when the Delhi Crime Branch arrested 38-year-old Mukeem Ayyub Khan. Accused of duping over 50 women, Khan posed as a senior government officer on multiple matrimonial platforms. His targets were often high-profile Muslim women, including a judicial officer. He fabricated personal stories to gain their trust, then exploited them financially—often under the guise of wedding arrangements—before vanishing. Another notable case emerged in early 2025 when a couple operating a fa...