Marital Affairs In India: Is It Really Needed?

Marital affairs are going up in volume in India and things aren’t looking positive for the marital system. And shockingly enough, we have an entire application on smartphones to process the same.

A dating app called Gleeden is trending and causing debate in India as people react to its growing popularity among married users. The platform is a discreet dating service that openly caters to people in relationships or marriage who want to meet others outside their partnership.

Gleeden allows users to stay anonymous and connect with others for romantic or intimate conversations. According to recent reports, the app has crossed 4 million users in India, with about 65% male and 35% female users, and major cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Delhi contributing the most users.

On social media, many people expressed concern that the app is encouraging married individuals to cheat on their partners, harming trust and family relationships. Some critics say that such platforms reflect changing values and could weaken traditional marriage structures, especially if people spend long hours daily on the app.

Supporters of Gleeden argue that it provides a space for adults to explore emotional needs that they feel are unmet at home, and that it reflects changing relationship norms, especially in urban areas. Surveys suggest many users join for emotional connection or companionship, not only physical relationships, and women’s participation on the app has been rising quickly.

The controversy highlights a larger discussion in India about modern relationships, personal choices and the impact of technology on marriage, with strong views on both sides of the debate.