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Bizarre wedding: Upset over ‘delay in serving rotis,’ groom walks out with baraatis, marries another girl
In Uttar Pradesh, a groom abandoned his wedding over delayed food service, leaving the bride stranded. Following this, the bride's family filed a complaint after the groom married another woman. The bride's family also reported a financial loss of ₹7 lakh, including dowry.
In a bizarre wedding in Uttar Pradesh's Hamidpur village, Chandauli district, a groom abandoned the ceremony over a delay in serving food. Upset by the wait, the groom and his relatives left, stranded the bride in her wedding attire.
According to reports, the bride's wedding to a young man named Mehtab had been arranged seven months earlier. The wedding festivities began on 22 December where the bride's family warmly welcomed the baraatis with sweets and later served them food.
However, a member of the groom's party caused a disturbance by complaining that the rotis were served late.
Despite efforts to calm the groom’s side, the baraatis left, blaming the bride's family for the delay. The groom disappeared overnight and is said to have married a relative shortly after. This left the bride's family devastated, prompting them to file a complaint at the Industrial Nagar Police Station. When no action was taken, they escalated the matter by seeking assistance from the SP on 24 December.
The bride requested the SP to file an FIR against five individuals from the groom’s side and initiate legal proceedings. The bride's brother, Raju, stated that while the SP had assured them of action and instructed the police to contact the family, they had not received a call. He further criticised the local police for their inaction, particularly in light of CM Yogi Adityanath's initiative to establish women’s help desks at police stations for swift resolution of grievances, News18 reported.
The bride later filed a complaint with the police. Moreover, the bride's family claimed a financial loss of ₹7 lakh, which included ₹1.5 lakh in dowry sent to the groom's house.
The Dowry Prohibition Act of 1961 mandates that anyone who gives, receives, or assists in the giving or receiving of dowry can face a punishment. The penalty includes a fine of at least ₹15,000 or the value of the dowry, whichever is greater, along with imprisonment for a minimum term of five years. This law aims to curb the practice of dowry and ensure strict legal action against those involved in it.
To file a complaint under the Dowry Prohibition Act, follow these steps:
Go to the nearest police station: Lodge a First Information Report (FIR) with the police detailing the dowry-related offences.
If the police don't act: If the police fail to take action, file a written complaint before a Magistrate in the appropriate court.
Present proof: Provide supporting evidence such as dowry lists, recordings, or statements from witnesses to strengthen your case.
The bride's family claimed a financial loss of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>7 lakh, which included <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1.5 lakh in dowry sent to the groom's house.
Seek legal advice: Consult with a lawyer who specializes in dowry-related offenses for guidance on how to proceed with your case.
Key Takeaways
- Cultural expectations around wedding ceremonies can lead to unexpected and dramatic outcomes.
- Legal frameworks such as the Dowry Prohibition Act are crucial in addressing dowry-related issues, but enforcement remains a challenge.
- Incidents like this highlight the need for greater awareness and education around the implications of dowry and marriage customs in India.
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First Published:28 Dec 2024, 07:28 AM IST
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