Wedding traditions in this region a re unique. Y oung men a nd women are engaged as soon as they come of age. This signals the beginning of their married life, a lthough the actua l wedding ceremony has not yettaken place.

This is due to the high cost of a wedding. Ironically, without the marriage of the parents, the c hildren c a nnot be married. Further, it is believed that if the couple is not married, their souls will not achieve salvation.

The cost of a wedding is at least Rs. 30,000. With the aim of helping to alleviate this difficult r condition, we began organizing I community weddings for a very nominal costs of Rs.1,500/-. Per couple. The entire community voluntarily contributes to the preparations, enjoying a festive occasion where all can dance and rejoice.

The first day, the Pithi ceremony begins, and both the bride and groom are carried on the people’s shoulders throughout the night. On the second day, the groom is carried on the shoulders, and a marriage procession begins. All the couples perform their wedding rites and take their vows together. Finally, about 5000 people are served a simple meal.