29.04.2026KI-Zusammenfassung Destination Wedding at Riverside Cremation Site in Uttarakhand Sparks Outrage
A destination wedding held at a riverside cremation site in Uttarakhand's Almora district has prompted administrative action. The ceremony took place at the confluence of Ramganga and Badangad rivers near Jim Corbett National Park on April 25, with at least 50 attendees. The couple from Ghaziabad used the traditionally sacred ghat, typically used for last rites, for wedding rituals including garland exchange. Social media backlash followed, with locals and activists calling it disrespectful. The administration has issued a notice to the resort and initiated an inquiry, with officials noting prior approval was not obtained and safety concerns exist due to crocodiles in the area.