In Meerut's Gangnagar, the marriage between bank employee Akanksha Gautam and a Muslim man named Shahwaz has become controversial following claims by Hindu organizations labeling it as 'love jihad'. The allegations prompted Akanksha's uncle, Premchand, to file a police complaint accusing the couple of conspiring for religious conversion and property grabbing. In response to these accusations, Akanksha steadfastly affirmed that she and her family have known Shahwaz for the past six years and the wedding is being arranged with the consent of both families.

Akanksha has publicly refuted the 'love jihad' allegations, stating that she identifies as a follower of Buddhism and not Hinduism. She emphasized that the marriage will adhere to Buddhist customs, dispelling any doubts about the couple's intentions. Furthermore, she pointed out that Shahwaz has always been open about his identity, stating that her family was aware of his Muslim background from the beginning.

Frustrated with the interference from Hindu organizations, Akanksha questioned their right to meddle in a consensual relationship between two families. She accused these organizations of pressuring the banquet hall owner to cancel their booking, describing their actions as intimidation. This incident highlights ongoing tensions in India around interreligious marriages, particularly in the context of religious identities and communal politics.