Nothing wrong with having a girlfriend, but marry her too: UP Governor Anandiben Patel. Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel said there is "no harm in making a girlfriend" but urged men to marry them. Speaking at Maharshi University of Information Technology in Lucknow on Thursday, she said it is wrong to abandon a girl after making her a mother. She also advised youngsters to become financially independent and take full responsibility for their relationships.