India, Sept. 10 -- A Bengaluru matchmaking event requiring women to bring and pitch single male friends has triggered intense debate online, with many criticising its provocative name, "Pimp Your Pal." Addressing concerns about the choice of words, one of the organisers, Jaideep Sharma, explained that the name was intentional. Speaking to hindustantimes.com, Sharma highlighted that women hold complete agency throughout the event.

The event's provocative title drew sharp criticism online, with many users questioning the choice of words for a dating event. Addressing the backlash, co-host Jaideep Sharma clarified the team's perspective on the terminology and public reaction.

"We got some criticism on the name. For that, our reply is - the...