Archive · 9 Aug 2025
Himachal Brothers Defend Marriage, Citing Tradition
Two brothers in Himachal Pradesh married the same woman due to an old tradition called 'Jodidar Pratha'.
This custom, also known as 'Jodidara,' allows brothers to share a wife, which they say is part of their culture.
They chose this willingly, and their families support them.
They are not concerned about criticism and want to uphold their tradition.
The brothers explained that the primary purpose of such marriages has historically been to prevent ancestral farmland from being divided.
Two brothers in Himachal Pradesh defended their marriage to the same woman.
The marriage follows the 'Jodidar Pratha' tradition of fraternal polyandry.
The brothers stated the marriage was consensual and supported by their families.
They explained the marriage's purpose was to keep the family together and uphold tradition.
The wedding took place over three days with local traditions in Shillai.
- Who
- Pradeep and Kapil Negi and their wife, Sunita Chauhan.
- What
- Two brothers married the same woman under a traditional custom.
- When
- The marriage took place on July 12th, celebrated over three days.
- Where
- Shillai, Himachal Pradesh.
- Why
- To uphold tradition and stay together.
Criticism
Support
Public Opinion
Criticism
Criticism of the marriage arrangement.
Support
Acceptance of the marriage due to tradition.
- Tradition
- 'Jodidar Pratha'
- Location
- Shillai, Himachal Pradesh
- Participants
- Pradeep and Kapil Negi, Sunita Chauhan
- Purpose
- To stay together and uphold tradition
- Family support
- Yes