Taliban Holds Large Meeting in Herat to Enforce New Marriage Decree

DID Press: Authorities in Herat held a large-scale meeting to explain and implement Decree No. 17 issued by the leadership of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, focusing on reforms to marriage practices.

Local officials said the gathering included government representatives, religious scholars, community elders, and media delegates, with the aim of promoting compliance with the new directive.

The decree reportedly targets customary marriage practices considered financially burdensome, which officials say place significant economic pressure on families and contribute to social and economic hardship.

Participants at the meeting emphasized reducing wedding expenses, simplifying ceremonies, and discouraging costly traditional customs.

Religious leaders and community elders were urged to play a stronger role in public awareness campaigns and in promoting the concept of “simplified marriage” across communities.

Officials stressed that implementing the decree could ease financial stress on young people and families, while encouraging more accessible marriage arrangements.