Odisha to gift wedding kits to brides

The Odisha government in India is giving wedding kits to new brides.

They made an agreement with a group called Utkalika to provide things like sarees, bangles, and other wedding items.

The government also gives money to help with weddings.

The deputy chief minister said this will help local artists and support women who need it.

The government plans to have big wedding ceremonies where they will give out marriage certificates.

But some people from the BJD party think this is not a good idea because they say the government is not doing enough to keep women safe.