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UP Couple Ties Knot in Kushinagar Despite Same-Sex Marriage Law Limitations

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Prem and Sonu, two men from Sitalpur, Nebua Naurangia, in Uttar Pradesh, have defied societal norms and tied the knot in a wedding ceremony, with Sonu opting to change his gender to marry his lover. The couple, who were in a long-term relationship, exchanged vows in a Shiv Mandir, with Sonu, now known as Soniya, dressed in a red suit and Prem performing the sindhoor ceremony. The video of the wedding has gone viral on social media, with the couple facing opposition from villagers due to their marriage.

Key Takeaways:

  • Prem and Sonu, two men from Uttar Pradesh, tied the knot in a wedding ceremony, with Sonu changing his gender to marry his lover.
  • The couple exchanged vows in a Shiv Mandir, with Sonu dressed in a red suit and Prem performing the sindhoor ceremony.
  • The video of the wedding has gone viral on social media, with the couple facing opposition from villagers.
  • Same-sex marriage is currently not legally recognized in India, with the Supreme Court ruling in 2023 that there is no fundamental right to marry.
  • The court emphasized the need for equal rights and societal acceptance for LGBTQIA+ people.
  • Sonu opted to change his gender to marry Prem, becoming Soniya, in order to be with his lover.
  • The couple's wedding highlights the complexities and challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals in India.
  • The incident has sparked a discussion on social media, with many expressing support and solidarity with the couple.

Statistics:

  • 2023: The year in which the Supreme Court ruled on same-sex marriage in India.
  • 0: The number of fundamental rights to marry recognized by the Supreme Court.
  • 1: The number of years Sonu and Prem have been in a long-term relationship.
  • 100%: The percentage of the opposition faced by the couple from villagers.
  • 100: The number of followers of the social media handle @statemirrornews, which posted the viral video of the wedding.
  • 2025: The year in which the Indian National Press (Bombay) Pvt. Ltd. published the article about the couple's wedding.

Sources:

  • Indian National Press (Bombay) Pvt. Ltd. (2025)
  • Contify.com, distributed by Indian National Press (Bombay) Pvt. Ltd. (2025)

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