Narayan Seva Sansthan has now facilitated 2,582 marriages of differently-abled and underprivileged individuals.
NEW DELHI (India CSR): In a powerful celebration of dignity, inclusion, and new beginnings, Narayan Seva Sansthan, one of India’s leading organizations dedicated to disability rehabilitation, healthcare, and social empowerment, successfully organized its 46th Mass Wedding Ceremony for 21 differently-abled and underprivileged couples in New Delhi.
The ceremony brought together couples from various states, including Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Bihar, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh, who solemnized their marriages through traditional Vedic rituals, taking the sacred seven pheras and beginning their lifelong journey as life partners.
The two-day event was marked by deep emotion, cultural vibrancy, and a strong sense of community. It began with auspicious rituals, including Ganpati Sthapana, followed by traditional Haldi and Mehendi ceremonies, where families, guests, and volunteers blessed the couples with happiness and prosperity. The celebrations were further enlivened by women performing traditional songs, Ghoomar, and folk dances, creating an atmosphere filled with warmth, joy, and cultural pride.
During the ceremony, hundreds of guests and dedicated donors were honoured by President, Prashant Agarwal, Director Vandana Agarwal, and Trustee Devendra Choubisa with traditional turbans, stoles, and mementos in recognition of their support. The event also featured a large-scale gift drive, where Narayan Seva Sansthan offered beds, almirahs, gas stoves, fans, mixers, and more than 100 kinds of household utensils. Also, Delhi donors gave different kinds of gifts to the newlyweds.
Speaking on the occasion, President, Prashant Agarwal, Narayan Seva Sansthan said, “All 21 couples have now taken their sacred vows around the holy fire as per Vedic traditions. Each newlywed couple has been provided with essential household items to help them begin their new life with dignity and self-reliance.
He further emphasized that mass weddings are not merely a union of two individuals, but a powerful platform to promote social harmony, equality, and humanity. This initiative serves as a ray of hope for differently-abled and economically weaker families who often face challenges in conducting such an important life ceremony,” he added.
A Story of Hope and Resilience
Among the inspiring stories from the ceremony was that of Shibu Kumar and Geeta Kumari from Jharkhand, who have been together for two years. Shibu, who has deformities in both legs, and Geeta, who is differently-abled in her right leg, faced significant financial, social, and familial challenges that delayed their marriage.
Seeking support, the couple approached Narayan Seva Sansthan. The institution extended medical assistance to Geeta and provided modern calipers to Shibu, significantly improving his mobility. They were subsequently selected for the 46th Mass Wedding Ceremony organized by Narayan Seva Sansthan in Delhi.
Expressing her gratitude, Geeta said, “Narayan Seva Sansthan understands the pain of the differently-abled. Because of them, I have found my love and the chance to build a home.”
Another Inspiring Story of Transformation
Mukesh and Durga from Banswara also overcame difficult circumstances to realize their dream of marriage. Mukesh’s father passed away, while his mother supports the family through daily wage labour. Durga, who had undergone successful leg treatment by Narayan Seva Sansthan in 2009, works as a teacher in a private school as her father is mentally unwell.
Facing financial hardship and family challenges, the couple reached out to Narayan Seva Sansthan and were selected for 46th mass wedding ceremony for differently-abled and underprivileged couples held in Delhi.
Thanking the institution, Durga said, “Narayan Seva Sansthan is like God for us. They successfully operated on my legs in 2009, and today they have fulfilled my dream of marriage as well.”
With this ceremony, Narayan Seva Sansthan has now facilitated 2,582 marriages of differently-abled and underprivileged individuals, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to compassion, empowerment, and social upliftment.
Recognised at the highest national level, NSS founder Kailash Manav Agarwal received the Padma Shri in 2008 from then President Pratibha Patil for his contributions to social service. Continuing this legacy, NSS President Prashant Agarwal was honoured with the National Award in 2023 by President Droupadi Murmu for advancing the empowerment of persons with disabilities. Over the years, the institution has provided free artificial limbs to more than 39,388 beneficiaries and free medical treatment to over 452,000 patients.
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