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Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel sparked controversy on Wednesday with remarks cautioning young women against live-in relationships, warning of their potential dangers and urging them to remain vigilant against exploitation.

While addressing the 47th convocation ceremony of Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith in Varanasi, Patel issued a stern warning to female students, stating that such relationships often end in tragedy. She said young women should “stay away from such relationships or else they will be found in 50 pieces," urging them to avoid circumstances that could lead to exploitation.

According to news agency PTI, the Governor described live-in relationships as arrangements where one party is used and discarded, comparing it to “a society that eats the mango and throws away the seed."

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The governor, who is also the chancellor of state universities, expressed concern over rising instances of violence against women and urged girl students to make wise decisions in their personal lives.

“Daughters must think carefully before taking any decision and should stay away from live-in relationships and such circumstances which may lead to exploitation," she said.

She emphasised said that live-in relationships are becoming more common these days, but they should refrain from going on this path.

“Take charge of your life and make thoughtful decisions. We’ve all seen the horrifying outcomes — they are found in 50 pieces. In the past ten days alone, I’ve received several such reports, and each one leaves me deeply disturbed. It makes me question why our daughters are making such choices," she added, according to media reports.

Her remarks followed a previous statement made a day earlier, where she said the consequences of live-in relationships can be seen by simply visiting an orphanage.

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She further warned that women in such situations are unlikely to receive support from either their parents or in-laws and encouraged young girls to focus on more meaningful goals.

Sharing insights from her own interactions, Patel said she had spoken with many young women who shared painful stories of betrayal and emotional trauma. She also mentioned a conversation with a judge who echoed similar worries and stressed the need for universities to raise awareness among female students about the risks associated with live-in relationships.