A GRIM reality has surfaced in the State capital as cases of mutual divorce have witnesses a sharp spike. Analysis by experts and counselors at the Bhopal Family Court has high lighted a startling ‘digital angle’—nearly every third couple seeking a separation initially met through matrimoni al websites or social media plat forms. ‘Fast-Food’ culture of modern marriages RECORDS from Bhopal Family Court indicate that before 2020, the average number of mutual divorce filings stood at 100 per month. By 2024-25, this figure surged to 150 per month, implying that an average of five families are disintegrating every day. Arbitration specialists suggest that of these daily cases, at least two are directly linked to digital matchmaking. Experts point out that while portals have simplified finding a partner through filters like salary, profession, and appearance, they fail to gauge emotional depth and familial compatibility.

 

The traditional ‘natural filters’—elderly relatives and community vetting—have been replaced by algorithms. Consequently, couples often realize within months of marriage that they are fundamentally incompatible. Social Media: Digital infidelity and virtual intrusion BEYOND online introductions, the excessive use of social media post-marriage has emerged as a significant bone of contention. In every second case reaching counselors, partners complain about their spouse’s social media behavior. Common grievances include prolonged chatting with strangers, prioritization of virtual life over reality, and constant seeking of validation from online audiences.

 This ‘digital distraction’ has fostered emotional silence with in homes. Couples often testify that while their partner remains connected to the world via smartphone, they feel completely ignored despite sitting in the same room. This sense of neglect frequently snowballs into irreversible bitterness.

 

Haste and lack of support system PSYCHOLOGISTS warn that relationships initiated online often rush toward the altar. The journey from the first chat to the wedding ceremony is frequently so brief that couples remain oblivious to each other’s temperaments, habits, and expectations. Furthermore, unlike traditional setups where elders acted as mediators during conflicts, digital-age couples often struggle in isolation, leading minor disputes to escalate into divorce proceedings. City’s divorce trajectory at aglance:The landscape of marital dissolution in Bhopal has shifted dramatically over the last few years: Pre-2020: Avg. 100 cases/month (approx. 3 applications per day). 2024-2025: Avg. 150 cases/month (approx. 5 applications per day). Digital Link: Approximately 33% of current cases are rooted in online introductions or digital behavior issues.