The MP Cabinet Committee on Sunday approved the UCC Bill in a meeting held at the historic Jagdishpur Fort. CM Mohan Yadav speaking in regard to the bill said that as far as the UCC Bill was concerned, only one marriage would be recognised in the state. He added that divorce would not be granted by merely uttering ‘Talaq’ thrice and would only be granted through a proper legal process.
The UCC Bill respects all religions and no effort has been made to demean any religion. Everyone is free to practise their own religion.
“Today is a very significant day for the Cabinet for several reasons. The Madhya Pradesh Uniform Civil Code (UCC) 2026 Bill has been approved today. Through this bill, we believe Madhya Pradesh is moving towards establishing a major law that will provide equal rights and opportunities to everyone, whether Ram or Rahim. Before implementing this Act, although a bill is passed in the Legislative Assembly, we wanted to connect directly with the common people and communicate the details…,” the CM said.
Besides, the UCC bill mandates registering live-in relationships within one month.
More than 80% of women backed the UCC Bill, he added further. Yadav said the government had formed a committee to seek public suggestions on the UCC which included suggestion from political parties as well.
Following the bill approval, State Minister Rakesh Singh said, “Today’s cabinet meeting, held in Jagdishpur, is significant because Jagdishpur represents a magnificent heritage; historically, it was a source of vital messages regarding justice and equality.”
“The move towards implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) is a crucial step for the country. While several other states have already made this decision, Madhya Pradesh is now moving forward in this direction. Equal opportunities for all, equal laws for all, and no discrimination against anyone – these are the core features of the UCC. We congratulate the Chief Minister for getting this decision passed in the cabinet,” he added.