India, July 20 -- Two brothers from Himachal Pradesh's Hatti tribe married the same woman in a rare polyandrous ceremony, locally known as Jodidara. Held in Shillai village of Sirmaur district, the three-day celebration began on July 12 and drew hundreds of villagers.

Like any conventional wedding, the event was marked by vibrant folk music, dance, and community festivities.

Polyandry-where a woman marries multiple men, usually brothers-was once widespread among the Hattis, especially in the Sirmaur district. Though now rare, the Jodidara practice continues to be recognised under Himachal Pradesh's revenue laws.

The Hatti community, which was declared a Scheduled Tribe three years ago, lives in the Trans-Giri region along the Himachal ...