In a heartwarming mass marriage ceremony, 77 newly married couples united in the sacred bond of matrimony in the presence of Nirankari Satguru Mata Sudiksha Ji Maharaj and Nirankari Rajpita Ji. This touching event brought together couples from around the world, who joined hands in holy matrimony amid the blessings of thousands of saints at the Sant Nirankari Spiritual Complex in Samalkha.
A notable moment during the ceremony was the marriage of Rev. Rohan Chandna, the brother of Nirankari Rajpita Ji, to Rev. Poorva Sahni from the United Kingdom. Satguru Mata Sudiksha Ji Maharaj graced the occasion, offering her blessings to the couples and presiding over the event. The ceremony witnessed the presence of thousands of devotees, including the parents, friends, and relatives of the brides and bridegrooms.
The simplicity of the ceremony was accentuated by the traditional Jaymala, followed by the exchange of a Common Garland for each couple – a distinctive feature of Nirankari weddings. Sacred hymns (Lawan) were recited in devotion, creating an atmosphere of spiritual significance.
During the proceedings, Her Holiness Satguru Mata Sudiksha Ji Maharaj showered flower petals from the dais, a symbol of her blessings and love. Devotees also joined in this symbolic act by showering flowers.One of the remarkable aspects of Nirankari marriages is that they transcend caste or religion, emphasizing the universality of love and union.
The couples who joined in matrimony hailed from diverse locations and countries, including the USA, Canada, and various states in India, such as Chandigarh, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Chandigarh. These unions crossed borders, connecting people from different countries and states.
Blessing the newly-formed families, Satguru Mata Ji expressed her joy in seeing so many families coming together on this auspicious day. She encouraged all family members to inspire and support one another as they embark on their life journeys together.
Her Holiness emphasized the importance of respecting each other's values, beliefs, devotion, and feelings, ensuring the harmonious integration of the new members into their families. She offered her blessings for a happy and fulfilling life, urging everyone to uphold the sanctity of the marital bond and live a life filled with love and devotion.