Rajasthan: A long-distance relationship that began on a dating application has taken an unexpected turn in Rajasthan. A 61-year-old Canadian woman travelled thousands of kilometres to India with hopes of marrying a man she had known online for nearly a year. However, her marriage plans reportedly collapsed after the man allegedly refused to proceed with the wedding when her age became an issue.
The incident came to light in Neemrana, located in Rajasthan’s Kotputli-Behror district. Following a disagreement between the two, the woman contacted the Canadian Embassy, prompting police intervention.
A Dating App Friendship That Turned Into Marriage Plans
According to Neemrana Station House Officer Surendra Yadav, the Canadian woman and Nitin, a resident of Panipat in Haryana, first connected through a dating application around a year ago.
What started as a casual online friendship gradually developed into a closer relationship. After communicating for several months, the two reportedly decided to get married.
Believing that their relationship would lead to marriage, the Canadian woman decided to travel to India to meet her prospective partner.
Woman Arrives in Delhi on November 11
The woman arrived in Delhi on November 11 on a tourist visa. Nitin reportedly travelled to the airport to receive her before taking her to Neemrana in Rajasthan.
The two stayed at a flat belonging to Nitin’s maternal uncle and aunt at BB Builders Society in Neemrana.
According to police, the woman stayed there with Nitin for approximately two days. During this period, discussions about their proposed marriage reportedly continued.
Marriage Plans Collapse Over Age Difference
The situation reportedly changed when the woman’s age, said to be around 61, became a point of discussion during the marriage arrangements.
Nitin subsequently refused to go ahead with the marriage, leading to a disagreement between the two.
The incident has drawn attention because the woman had travelled from Canada to India after reportedly spending nearly a year developing a relationship with the Haryana-based man.
However, the exact circumstances surrounding their earlier discussions about age and marriage are still part of the ongoing inquiry.
Canadian Embassy Contacted After Dispute
Following the disagreement, the woman contacted the Canadian Embassy on November 13 and informed officials about what had happened.
The embassy subsequently alerted the local authorities in Rajasthan.
After receiving the information, Neemrana police reached BB Builders Society at around 4 am on November 14. Both the woman and Nitin were taken to the police station for questioning.
Police intervened to understand the circumstances of the dispute and ensure the woman’s safety.
Haryana Man Identified as Private School Teacher
Police identified the man as Nitin, a resident of Panipat in Haryana. He reportedly works as a teacher at a private school.
The Canadian woman was accommodated at the Core Centre in Kotputli following the police intervention.
According to the available reports, authorities are examining the circumstances surrounding the relationship and the disagreement over the proposed marriage.
Coordination with the Canadian Embassy is also underway regarding the woman’s safety and arrangements for her return to Canada.
Online Relationships and the Importance of Transparency
The incident has once again highlighted the complexities of relationships that begin through dating applications and develop across international borders.
Online communication can help people build emotional connections despite geographical distances. However, major life decisions such as marriage require honest conversations about age, personal circumstances, family expectations and future plans.
The Neemrana incident serves as a reminder that clear communication and mutual understanding are essential before taking an online relationship into real life.
