Date:18/10/2007 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2007/10/18/stories/2007101860270300.htm

Andhra Pradesh

Free marriages conducted

Vasavi Seva Kendram performed free marriages to 11 couples irrespective of caste, creed and community on Wednesday at Vasavi Kalyana Mandapam, Lakdikapul. Couples belonging to Balija, Kapu, Vaddera, SC and ST were selected after thorough enquiry and verification at their respective places and marriages were performed according to Hindu traditions . Couples were provided with all the required materials to start a new married life.