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In a striking reminder of ancient traditions, two brothers from Himachal Pradesh's Hatti community tied the knot with the same woman in a vibrant ceremony, showcasing the rare polyandry custom still alive in pockets of the state.
Sunita Chauhan from Kunhat village married Pradeep and Kapil Negi of Shillai in Sirmaur district under the traditional practice of "Jodidara." The three-day celebration, which began on July 12, drew thousands of villagers to witness folk songs, dances, and rituals unique to the Hatti culture. Sunita emphasized that the marriage was a mutual decision, free from coercion.
Jodidara, also called Draupadi P...