The two-wheel wedding vehicle in Jaffna

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A couple in Kandarodde, Jaffna, who got married at a kovil had returned to their home by a push bicycle.

On the day of the arrival of a couple, it is a common practice to rag them and, but, this bride and groom had selected bicycle for their return on their own will.

The bicycle was decorated with flowers and balloons, and had served lunch to the guests at the kovil.

Although push bicycle is a common feature in Jaffna life, using it by a bride and groom to return to their home was a new experience.