India, May 8 -- A groom in Bihar put the nation first and delayed his wedding by over two hours to join the nationwide mock drills held to test civil preparedness for air strikes amid India's rising tensions with Pakistan.

According to NDTV, Sushant Kushwaha, a resident of Purnia district, was set to leave his home with the baraat procession heading to his bride's house, 40 km away in Araria, at 6 pm on Wednesday.

However, the groom's family ended up waiting for two hours as Kushwaha chose to participate in the mock drill exercise.

"It is my wedding today but that is not the only reason why I feel elated. Today, the Indian Army entered Pakistan and launched missile strikes on their terror bases. It is a proud moment that I am able to b...