Tribune News Service,New Delhi, January 3

Guidelines for provision of identity proof by users of matrimonial websites and online grievance redressal mechanism are being sent by the Women and Child Development Ministry to the Department of Electronics and Information Technology (DeitY) for further consideration.“We have asked matrimonial websites to take identity proof when profiles are being registered on the portals. The websites will also be obliged to forward any complaints to the police for further action,” said an official.A grievance redressal mechanism with contact details of matrimonial website officials will also be available on the portals.The guidelines are expected to be enforced under provisions similar to those governing cyber cafes at present. In 2011, cyber cafes were directed to maintain records of identity proof of customers as well as amount of time spent on internet usage. Once notified, the guidelines will be mandatory for all matrimonial websites.