51 Daughters Bid Farewell with Tearful Eyes, 102 Families Celebrate the Arrival of Joyous Beginnings

Udaipur: In the 43rd two-day free mass wedding ceremony for the differently-abled organized by Narayan Seva Sansthan, 51 daughters tied the knot with their life partners, weaving dreams of a prosperous future together. The union of these 102 couples was witnessed by religious parents, well-wishers, and hundreds of guests from across the country and abroad.

At 9 a.m., a procession was held with music and excitement, as the couples entered their new marital life. The families, both groom and bride, danced joyously during the procession, and flower petals rained down on the couples. The grooms then performed the ceremonial act of passing under the traditional arch before entering the wedding pavilion. The brides were brought to the venue in palanquins, carried by the founder of the institution, Mrs. Vandana Agarwal, and a group of female supporters, with an attractive display of Shreenathji's idol. Amidst a shower of flowers and dazzling fireworks, the wedding ritual of exchanging garlands took place to the sound of songs like "Shri Raghubar Komal Nayan Ko Pehnao Varmala." This moment was not just a joyous occasion for the newlyweds but also a message to society about cooperation, goodwill, and compassion, as the differently-abled and underprivileged couples overcame physical and financial challenges to begin a new life with the support of society. During the garland exchange, some couples, who were differently-abled, used their feet or wheelchairs to place garlands around their partners’ necks. The chanting of Vedic mantras during the vows, along with the divine atmosphere of nature and devotion, left a profound impact on everyone.

Several young men and women who had lost their limbs in accidents shared their experiences on stage. These individuals had recently received artificial limbs from Narayan Seva Sansthan, enabling them to walk and live with a renewed sense of purpose.

In his welcoming speech, the institution's president, Prashant Agarwal, emphasized the commitment of the foundation to the empowerment of differently-abled individuals, highlighting that such initiatives contribute to the prosperity and development of both society and the nation. The founder of the institution, Padma Shri awardee Kailash 'Manav', along with co-founder Kamla Devi, blessed the newlyweds, wishing them a happy and prosperous marital life.

After the wedding ceremony, when the daughters were bid farewell and sent off in palanquins to their new homes, their families, along with donors and religious parents from far-off places, were visibly emotional. With tear-filled eyes, they sent their daughters off, offering their heartfelt blessings.

**Couples United in Marriage:**

**Sakalang Kalpana Holds the Hand of a Differently-Abled Groom**

Sohan Meena (25), a resident of Mandwa village in Sarada Tehsil, lost his right leg at a young age due to an injury. Despite multiple surgeries, the injury worsened, and seven years ago, he had to have his leg amputated. In 2018, he came across information about the free artificial limbs provided by Narayan Seva Sansthan and visited Udaipur, where he received a special artificial limb, which greatly helped him with mobility. Two years ago, he met Kalpana Kumari (25) from a poor family in Upla Phala Thelana, and they became life partners.

**One Born with Disability, the Other Became Differently-Abled in Childhood**

Sarita Kumari (20) from Gaya, Bihar, was afflicted with polio at the age of 5, leaving her with a disability in her left leg. Despite her disability, she managed to do all household work, including sewing. Vikas Kumar (27), a resident of Bharaudha in Gurua, Bihar, was born with a disability in his left leg. He struggled with crutches but managed to complete his Bachelor's degree. After undergoing surgery at Narayan Seva Sansthan in 2017, he can now walk comfortably with calipers. He works as a tailor and also helps with his household income as an e-Mitra operator. Both are now happily married.

**Lohgar and Himmat: Both Legless, Now United in Marriage**

Lohgar Narayan Meena (31), a resident of Wadon Ka Phala in Udaipur district, was born with a disability in his left leg. Himmat (30), from Nakholi village near Udaipur, was born with a disability in both legs. Both had faced difficulties in getting married due to their disabilities and financial constraints. When they heard about Narayan Seva Sansthan's free marriage program for the differently-abled and underprivileged couples, they saw a glimmer of hope for their future. Today, their dream of marriage has come true.