'Bride is wealth'; Satheesh sets an example by returning bride's jewellery at wedding venue

ALAPPUZHA: During the wedding ceremony, Satheesh said to his bride, "The mangalsutra is enough for us. If you want, you can have a bangle on each hand." Shruthi, the bride, did not oppose this suggestion. Thus, the newlywed couple decided to give up the rest of the jewellery of the 50 sovereigns of gold. While handing over the jewelry to Shruthi's parents, Satheesh said, " I don't want gold and money, Shruthi is my wealth."

Satheesh's decision was applauded by all those who attended the wedding. The marriage took place at 11 am yesterday at Nooranad Panayil temple. The wedding, which was scheduled for May 13, was postponed to yesterday due to the lockdown.

Satheesh Sathyan (28), son of KV Sathyan and Saraswathi, is a Nagaswara artist. income He earns his income by playing the instrument during weddings and the temple poojas. He has a younger sister.

Shruthi (21) is the daughter of Rajendran and Sheeja. Rajendran is an electrician. Shruthi's brother Sreeraj is in the Gulf.

"The decision not to accept the dowry was made years ago. Those who declare that they don't want dowry are also seen welcoming a bride who is wearing gold ornaments. Such tendencies must be brought under control," Satheesh said.