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Rajasthan Nonagenarians Wed After 70 Years in Live-In Union

They formalized their decades-long partnership to secure legal rights with societal respect.

Elderly Couple In Rajasthan Get Married After 70 Years Of Live-In Relationship
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Overview

  • After 70 years living together under Rajasthan’s tribal Nata Pratha tradition, 95-year-old Rama Bhai Kharari married his longtime partner, 90-year-old Jeewali Devi.
  • Their six children, including four government employees and an eldest son aged nearly 60, organized the wedding to honor their parents.
  • The village-wide ceremony featured a bindouli procession, sacred saat phere rites, music, dancing and a communal feast.
  • By formalizing their partnership, the couple secured legal rights and reflected a broader shift toward societal acceptance of long-term live-in unions.
  • Their story has resonated online, going viral as a symbol of enduring love and lifelong commitment.