Odisha groom uses boat to reach bride’s house in flood-hit Mayurbhanj

In Odisha’s flood-hit Mayurbhanj district, wedding tradition conquered the nature’s fury. A groom, unable to reach his bride on land due to rising river waters, boarded a boat with his entourage, turning his wedding voyage into a tale of buoyancy and joy.

The wedding journey went viral on different social media platforms on Sunday.

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According to sources, a rare and heartwarming scene unfolded in Mayurbhanj district when a groom, unable to reach his bride’s house due to rising floodwaters, arrived by boat to solemnise his wedding. The incident was reported from Neda village under Saraskana block, which has been severely affected by floodwaters from the Subarnarekha River.

As water levels surged, access roads to the bride’s house became completely submerged. The groom and his wedding party initially attempted to travel by land but were forced to turn back. Refusing to postpone the ceremony, the groom opted for a boat ride instead, navigating through the floodwaters with grace and determination.

Groom along with the Baraat dressed in traditional attire

Both the groom and the Baraat (wedding party) dressed in traditional attire and boarded the boat from Neda village. The marriage was conducted in neighbouring Jharkhand, as planned beforehand. Videos and images of the groom sailing through the flooded area quickly went viral on social media, drawing admiration for the groom’s spirit.

Despite the chaos caused by the natural calamity, the wedding ceremony stood as a symbol of unwavering commitment and celebration amidst adversity. Locals applauded the courage of the groom, calling it a memorable moment in the midst of hardship.

No comments were received from the groom or bride’s family in this regard.