What? Groom gets wedding gifts worth INR 15 Crore including petrol pump, 210 Bighas land and more-- Watch viral video

In India, weddings are not only considered a sacred union between two individuals but also their respective families. However, the age-old social evil of dowry still seems to be quite prevalent in our society.Recently, a video from a big fat Indian wedding has gone viral on the internet not just for its fancy decor or food, but for the extravagant 'gift' that were given to the groom on his wedding day by the bride’s family.The now viral video, which was posted by on Instagram by Sonu Ajmer (handle: @sr_sonu_ajmer_), has got over 26 lakh likes in just one day-- thus reflecting people's interest in the lavish wedding! The video caption reads, "21....... carod... mayra". In the footage, one can see the wedding ceremony going on wherein the bride and groom are seated with their families and relatives. Meanwhile, a person is seen speaking on a microphone and announcing the 'wedding gifts' given by the bride's family to the groom.The gifts include three kilograms of silver, a petrol pump, and 210 bighas of land-- all of this is worth INR 15.65 crore, the man announces while people cheer and clap in the background.Watch the viral video hereThe viral video has gained much attention on social media, and netizens have expressed varied thoughts about the 'wedding gifts'. While one user questioned the need for such a marriage and such extravagant gifts, another said that this was a part of the Bhaat ritual-- according to it, traditionally the uncle presents gives gifts to his niece or nephew on their wedding day."DJ crying in the corner for playing the whole wedding for 10k," one user wrote, another said, "Pls stop this nonsense".While such videos gain much traction on social media, one needs to note that the practice of dowry in Indian weddings is a deeply rooted social evil that continues to cause immense harm, particularly to women. Despite legal prohibitions, many families still view daughters as financial burdens, leading to pressure, harassment, and in extreme cases, violence. Dowry reduces marriage to a transaction, stripping it of love and mutual respect.It also fuels gender inequality by valuing women based on their "worth" in money or material gifts. True progress lies in dismantling this outdated tradition and promoting marriages based on equality, consent, and mutual support—not financial exchanges. It's time to say no to dowry.What are your views on this particular incident? Tell us about it in the comments section below.