Dehra Dun: A group of panchayats in Uttarakhand have banned the use of DJs, loudspeakers and liquor during marriages.
The panchayat representatives of eight villages of Bhatwari tehsil in Uttarkashi district decided to refrain from ostentation during marriages.
In a recent meeting the representatives of Bongadi, Kuroli, Kankrari, Thalan, Manpur, Dhanpur, Kishanpur and Sara villages banned the use of disc jockeys, loudspeakers and liquor and expressed concern that they are becoming the cause of fights in marriages.
Hari Singh Gosain, Kankrari village head, said over spending during marriages also put burden on the poor families and the panchayat's decision would give a relief to them.
It has also been decided that a fine will be imposed on families which does not comply with the panchayat decision, Gusain said, adding, the amount of fine will be decided later.
Bhatwari Sub Divisional Magistrate Dharm Sattu said the decision by the panchayats of the area is a welcome move as it will not only minimise ostentation but also increase harmony and brotherhood among villagers.
The panchayat representatives of eight villages of Bhatwari tehsil in Uttarkashi district decided to refrain from ostentation during marriages.
In a recent meeting the representatives of Bongadi, Kuroli, Kankrari, Thalan, Manpur, Dhanpur, Kishanpur and Sara villages banned the use of disc jockeys, loudspeakers and liquor and expressed concern that they are becoming the cause of fights in marriages.
Hari Singh Gosain, Kankrari village head, said over spending during marriages also put burden on the poor families and the panchayat's decision would give a relief to them.
It has also been decided that a fine will be imposed on families which does not comply with the panchayat decision, Gusain said, adding, the amount of fine will be decided later.
Bhatwari Sub Divisional Magistrate Dharm Sattu said the decision by the panchayats of the area is a welcome move as it will not only minimise ostentation but also increase harmony and brotherhood among villagers.
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