Nahan, Nov. 25 -- In an age of expanding social horizons and evolving relationships, a grand wedding in Paonta Sahib has emerged as a striking example of how modern connections can flourish while honouring traditional customs. The ceremony, held at a private resort in Sirmaur district, has become the focus of public attention across the region.

The celebration marked the union of Dumindu Vithanage, originally from Sri Lanka and now based in New Zealand, with Rashika Negi, daughter of Rajendra Singh Negi and Rajkumari from the Hatian community of Shillai, in Sirmaur district.

Both the bride and groom work in New Zealand, where they first met, and the groom's family has also settled there. Dumindu arrived in Paonta Sahib with a baraat flown...