The resolution taken by the Keraia Women Commission(KWC) to shun lavish marriages is a radical one. Fulsome marriages which had become a status symbol in Kerala had left many families to utter debt. Bountiful marriages are common in many communities across the state giving rise to the phrase, ‘Fat Kerala weddings’ – an affair costing several lakhs of rupees even among the middle class. A hotel or a resort arranging a single marriage charges in tune with rupees 30 lakhs or more for the event alone. Then on accounting the money spent for ornaments, dresses etc it would exceed rupees one crore for certain posh marriages.
Spending heavily for a marriage would certainly run on families into strenuous debts. So the KWC directions to cut down unnecessary or showy expenditure is a welcome move and it is highly beneficial for middle and lower classes.
Certain marriage extravaganzas are accompanied by redundant traditions like inviting professional dancers, organising orchestra or music by DJs and even liquor parties during the ceremonies. This should come to an end and the Kerala weddings, once known for their simplicity, should regain its past glory. Wedding should become a function to show one’s wisdom rather than wealth borrowed via debt.
K A Solaman
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