A 22-year-old groom, Azad Bind, was fatally shot by three masked men on a motorcycle during his wedding procession in Jaunpur. Police have identified three suspects and are investigating the incident as a targeted attack linked to a long-standing rivalry.
A 27-year-old groom, Azad Bind, was shot dead by a bride's relative, Pradeep Bind, and an associate while en route to his wedding in Jaunpur. The accused, reportedly unhappy with the marriage, intercepted the wedding procession and opened fire. The groom succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.
A poultry farm owner in Sultanpur district claims 140 chickens died after a wedding procession played loud DJ music. The incident occurred on April 25, 2026, near his farm in Dariyapur village. The owner alleges the intense noise caused panic and death among the birds. Police have filed an FIR against the DJ operator.
A 23-year-old physically handicapped Dalit groom was pulled off his horse and beaten during a pre-wedding procession in Bijori Pathak village, Damoh district. Four accused villagers blocked the path with a motorcycle, assaulted the groom and his family members including his sister Manisha. Police have arrested all four accused and will invoke the National Security Act — a first for such cases in the district. A video of the incident has gone viral on social media.
