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Agra Bride Calls Off Wedding Over No Air Conditioning as Police Begin Dowry Investigation

Describing the venue’s heat as 'inhuman' led her to allege abuse, prompting her mother to register a dowry complaint.

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Overview

  • At the Shamshabad venue, the bride refused to proceed when no air conditioning was provided in extreme heat.
  • A heated dispute ensued after she demanded cooling, during which the groom’s side allegedly became abusive.
  • The bride’s mother filed a formal dowry complaint and police have opened a case to investigate the allegations.
  • Hansraj Bhadoria, the local station in-charge, said officers attempted to mediate but the bride remained steadfast in her decision.
  • Before departing, the bride’s family reimbursed the groom’s side for all expenses incurred in arranging the ceremony.