Double the love: Groom marries twin brides in Chhattisgarh's unconventional wedding, pictures surface
Chhattisgarh groom marries two women in a unique ceremony, with consent from all parties involved, sparking social media interest
Kondagaon (The Uttam Hindu): A unique wedding in Bailgaon village, located in the district's Farasgaon block, has become the talk of the town. A young man surprised everyone by marrying two women simultaneously. The remarkable thing is that this marriage was solemnized with the consent of both brides, grooms, and their families, and was accepted by the village and society.
The wedding, which was solemnized with traditional rituals on March 24th, saw the groom marry both brides in the same mandap. The invitation cards printed before the wedding also included the names of both brides, making the event a topic of discussion in the area.
All the wedding rituals, including the Haldi ceremony, the wedding procession, and the feast, were performed with great pomp and show. After the wedding, the groom and the bride danced to the beats of a DJ. The wedding party and villagers celebrated the special occasion with a festive atmosphere, creating a scene straight out of a movie. Videos and photos from the wedding are now rapidly going viral on social media.
Who are the newlyweds?
According to reports, Hitesh, son of Gajendra Yadav of Bailgaon, married Phoolbati of Shankarpur and Yamini of Baniyagaon. Both brides' fathers have already passed away. The wedding was solemnized with full rituals and traditional customs.
The Mandapachhadan and Haldi rituals were performed on March 23, while the Panigrahan, Lagna and Ashirwad ceremonies were held on March 24.
Social tradition versus law:
In the tribal and rural areas of the Bastar region, such decisions are often made based on special circumstances and mutual consent. According to the villagers, this marriage was arranged with the consent of all three families and the elders of the community, to avoid any future disputes.
However, Indian law—specifically the Hindu Marriage Act—does not recognize polygamy. Nevertheless, in many rural areas, social traditions and local consensus often seem to override legal complexities.