Noida, May 2 -- Dowry-related conflicts continue to dominate marital disputes in Gautam Budh Nagar, with the Family Dispute Resolution Clinic (FDRC) reporting 129 such cases between 1 January and 30 April this year. In total, the clinic received 246 cases during this four-month period.

According to officials, the clinic's primary aim is to defuse tensions before they escalate into criminal complaints.

Senior police officials noted that marital discord in the district arises from various issues, including substance abuse, financial neglect, external interference, and dowry-related harassment. Dowry disputes remain the most frequently reported issue at FDRCs, counsellors confirmed.

There are two FDRCs operating in the district, run by Ga...