70-Year-Old Groom Marries 30-Year-Old Bride: Wedding Held at Shiva Temple in Bilaspur

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70-Year-Old Groom Marries 30-Year-Old Bride: Wedding Held at Shiva Temple in Bilaspur

In Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, a unique love story culminated in the sacred bond of marriage. Seventy-year-old Dadu Ram Gandharv surprised everyone by marrying a 30-year-old woman from his neighborhood in a love marriage.

The couple took seven rounds (saat phere) at a Shiva temple, and after the exchange of garlands (varmala), Dadu Ram was seen proudly twirling his mustache. The entire neighborhood joined the celebration as wedding guests, dancing and singing to the beats of drums and traditional music.

How This Unusual Love Story Began

Dadu Ram, a laborer, lives in Chingrajpara, Atal Awas area of Sarkanda, Bilaspur. His first wife passed away several years ago. He became acquainted with a 30-year-old woman from his neighborhood, and over time, their friendship blossomed into love. Ignoring societal norms, both decided to spend their lives together.

Seven Phere Taken Before Lord Shiva

On Friday night, the couple took seven phere at their local Shiva temple, considering God as a witness. All traditional wedding rituals—including varmala (garland exchange), sindoordaan (applying vermilion), and maang bharna—were performed in customary fashion.

Neighborhood Joins Celebration, Drums and Music Fill the Air

The entire neighborhood participated as wedding guests. People arrived at the temple singing and dancing to the beats of drums, wishing the bride and groom a happy married life.

People Surprised but Happy

Although some were astonished by the significant age difference, everyone respected the couple’s decision after seeing their happiness. Locals commented, “Love does not look at age; true relationships deserve respect.”

Dadu Ram Celebrates by Twirling His Mustache

After the wedding, Dadu Ram expressed his joy by twirling his mustache and smiling, saying, “Life is beginning anew.” His happiness has become a talking point among neighbors.

 

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10 Oct 2025 By Nitin Trivedi

70-Year-Old Groom Marries 30-Year-Old Bride: Wedding Held at Shiva Temple in Bilaspur

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The couple took seven rounds (saat phere) at a Shiva temple, and after the exchange of garlands (varmala), Dadu Ram was seen proudly twirling his mustache. The entire neighborhood joined the celebration as wedding guests, dancing and singing to the beats of drums and traditional music.

How This Unusual Love Story Began

Dadu Ram, a laborer, lives in Chingrajpara, Atal Awas area of Sarkanda, Bilaspur. His first wife passed away several years ago. He became acquainted with a 30-year-old woman from his neighborhood, and over time, their friendship blossomed into love. Ignoring societal norms, both decided to spend their lives together.

Seven Phere Taken Before Lord Shiva

On Friday night, the couple took seven phere at their local Shiva temple, considering God as a witness. All traditional wedding rituals—including varmala (garland exchange), sindoordaan (applying vermilion), and maang bharna—were performed in customary fashion.

Neighborhood Joins Celebration, Drums and Music Fill the Air

The entire neighborhood participated as wedding guests. People arrived at the temple singing and dancing to the beats of drums, wishing the bride and groom a happy married life.

People Surprised but Happy

Although some were astonished by the significant age difference, everyone respected the couple’s decision after seeing their happiness. Locals commented, “Love does not look at age; true relationships deserve respect.”

Dadu Ram Celebrates by Twirling His Mustache

After the wedding, Dadu Ram expressed his joy by twirling his mustache and smiling, saying, “Life is beginning anew.” His happiness has become a talking point among neighbors.

 

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