UP Groom Cancels Wedding Over Food Delay, Marries Cousin on Same Day; Bride’s Family Cries Foul

“Bride’s Family Demands Justice After Spending ₹7 Lakh on Arrangements and Paying ₹1.5 Lakh to Groom’s Family”

December 30, 2024: In a bizarre turn of events, a groom in Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh, abruptly called off his wedding due to an alleged delay in serving food at the venue. Shockingly, the groom, Mehtab, went on to marry his cousin later the same day, leaving the bride and her family stunned and financially burdened.

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The Incident:

The wedding was arranged seven months ago, and on December 22, Mehtab and his family arrived at Hamidpur village for the ceremony. Initially welcomed warmly, tensions escalated when there was a minor delay in serving food. Allegedly teased by his friends over the delay, Mehtab became furious, leading to a heated argument with the bride’s family.

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Despite attempts by village elders to mediate, Mehtab refused to proceed with the wedding and left the venue. Hours later, he married his cousin in a separate ceremony.

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Family’s Plea for Justice:

The bride’s family reported the incident to the Industrial Nagar police post on December 23 and later escalated it to Superintendent of Police Aditya Laghe. They claimed a financial loss of ₹7 lakh, which included the costs of wedding arrangements and ₹1.5 lakh handed over to the groom’s family before the ceremony.

In response, both parties were summoned by the police. After discussions, an agreement was reached, and the groom’s family agreed to refund ₹1.61 lakh to the bride’s family.

Official Statement:

“A written agreement was signed by both parties, and ₹1.61 lakh will be returned to the bride’s family,” said Circle Officer Rajesh Rai.

This incident has sparked widespread debate and outrage, with many questioning the lack of accountability and financial burden placed on the bride’s family.

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