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Pune: “I was born as a boy, but I always wanted to live as a woman. I dreamed of having my own family. Today, through this wedding ceremony, I have finally received my rightful place as a woman and fulfilled my dream,” expressed transgender bride Shivanya Shinde during the transgender community wedding ceremony.
The organization “Nari The Woman” successfully organized a community wedding for five transgender couples at Balaji Lawns, Kalevadi, on Tuesday, January 28. The event was graced by prominent figures, including Rashtravadi Congress Party OBC Cell State President Rajapurkar, Corporator Supriya Chandgude, Entrepreneur Mallisheth Kadrapurkar, Rashtravadi Congress OBC Cell Pimpri-Chinchwad President Bhai Vishal Jadhav, “Nari The Woman” President Asif Sheikh, Vice President Archana Mengde, and Senior Journalists Nana Kamble and Avinash Chilekar, among others.
Five Transgender Couples Tie the Knot
In a first-of-its-kind event, five transgender couples exchanged vows, marking a historic moment in Pimpri-Chinchwad’s social landscape. The newlyweds include:
Aman Gupta & Shivanya Shinde
Gaurav Londhe & Adnan Maniyar
Madhuri Vairage & Santosh Chavan
Rohini Tayade & Dheeraj Sonawane
Akash Kasbe & Umesh Khan
The wedding festivities followed traditional rituals, starting with an engagement ceremony at 11 AM, a turmeric (haldi) ceremony at 3 PM, and a grand wedding procession at 7 PM. The event concluded with the official wedding ceremony in the presence of esteemed guests.
A Step Toward Social Justice
Speaking about the event, renowned entrepreneur Santosh Bhau Barne stated, “Pimpri-Chinchwad has always taken revolutionary steps towards social progress. Recognized as one of Asia’s best cities, this community wedding has been a bold step toward providing social justice to the transgender community.”
A Revolutionary Initiative
Social activist Alkesh Tripathi, who presented mangalsutras to the brides, emphasized that this event has given transgender individuals newfound respect and recognition in society.
Corporator Supriya Chandgude praised the efforts of Nana Kamble, Archana Mengde, and Vishal Jadhav, stating that this initiative has sparked a new social revolution.
Support for Future Transgender Weddings
Entrepreneur Mallisheth Kadrapurkar pledged to offer free wedding venues for transgender marriages every year, recognizing this initiative as a groundbreaking step toward equality.
A Historic Moment for Pimpri-Chinchwad
In his congratulatory message, MLA Shankar Bhau Jagtap stated, “This wedding ceremony will be recorded in Pimpri-Chinchwad’s history. The city has set a remarkable example for the entire nation by championing inclusivity and equality.”
This transgender community wedding ceremony marks a significant step towards breaking stereotypes, fostering acceptance, and ensuring equal rights for the transgender community in India.
