##### Narayan Seva Sansthan Concludes 44th Mass Wedding Ceremony

Udaipur,The 44th two-day mass wedding ceremony for differently-abled and underprivileged couples, organized at the Seva Mahatirth of Narayan Seva Sansthan, Liyons ka Guda, concluded on Sunday with great fervor and devotion. On this final day, 51 couples united in the holy bond of matrimony, taking sacred vows around the sacred fire amidst the resonating chants of Vedic hymns. For many of them, it was the fulfillment of a long-cherished dream, now turning into reality through love, compassion, and community support.

Love Beyond Limitations

The ceremony witnessed inspiring unions where one partner was differently-abled in body yet strong in spirit—some brides and grooms walked with the support of only one leg, some were without limbs, while others lived with visual impairments. Many of these couples had undergone free corrective surgeries at the Sansthan and were trained in vocational courses like tailoring, mobile repairing, and computer education. Not only did they regain confidence and independence here, but they also found their life partners within the Sansthan’s compassionate ecosystem.

The Colorful Procession and Sacred Rituals

The day began at 10 a.m. with a grand Bindoli (wedding procession). Dressed in traditional wedding attire, brides and grooms walked joyfully with their families. The procession was led by a marching band, followed by groups dancing to the beats of drums, while guests from across India accompanied them. Under the blessings of Lord Shrinathji and Ayodhyapati Shri Ram, the couples performed the Torana ritual before entering the elaborately decorated wedding pavilion.

Later, at 12:15 p.m., the couples ascended the flower-adorned stage, where they received blessings from the Sansthan’s Founder, Padma Shri awardee Kailash "Manav," and Smt. Kamla Devi. The brides and grooms exchanged garlands in the presence of Sansthan President Prashant Agrawal, Directors Vandana Agrawal, and Palak Agrawal, symbolizing their silent consent to become lifelong companions. The shower of rose petals added a divine grace to the moment.

Sacred Vows Amidst Vedic Chants

Under the guidance of a chief priest and with 51 officiating priests present at each sacred altar, the newlyweds solemnized their unions with the traditional Saptapadi—the seven vows taken around the sacred fire. Guests, donors, and well-wishers from across India and abroad became witnesses to this unforgettable celebration of love, resilience, and faith.

Blessings from Past Couples

Adding to the emotional depth of the ceremony, couples who were married in earlier mass weddings of the Sansthan also participated, blessing the newlyweds. Among them was the differently-abled couple Sachin and Padma from Mumbai, who tied the knot at the Sansthan in 2020. Now proud parents of a one-year-old child, they shared how the Sansthan not only helped them stand independently but also weave a joyful family life.

Gifts for a New Beginning

To help the couples begin their new journey, the Sansthan provided essential household items such as utensils, gas stove, crockery, steel cupboard, bed, bedding, fan, and wall clock. Additionally, donors and guests gifted the brides with jewelry including mangalsutra, bangles, earrings, nose rings, anklets, rings, and cosmetic kits.

Cultural Performances and Handicraft Exhibition

The atmosphere was further enriched with devotional dance-dramas depicting the weddings of Lord Shiva-Parvati and Krishna-Rukmini, which enthralled the audience and encouraged them to join in joyous dancing. Guests also supported differently-abled students of Narayan-Mahaveer Residential School for Speech and Hearing Impaired Children by purchasing handicrafts made by them, applauding their artistic creativity.

An Emotional Farewell

The ceremony culminated in a poignant farewell, as the brides were symbolically seated in palanquins for their vidaai (departure) alongside their husbands and family members. With tearful eyes, the Sansthan family bid them farewell, sending them off with love and blessings. Later, they were escorted with their belongings and relatives in Sansthan’s vehicles to railway stations and their native towns.