West Bengal lesbian couple weds in UP temple

A lesbian couple from West Bengal, Jayashree Rahul (28) and Rakhi Das (23), recently celebrated their union in a traditional ceremony at the Bhagada Bhavani temple in Bhatpar Rani, Deoria district of Uttar Pradesh. Both originally from South 24 Parganas district, the couple works together in an orchestra in Deoria, where their romantic relationship blossomed. Facing initial challenges, the couple was denied permission to marry at the Dirgeshwarnath temple, as Mahant Jagannath Maharaj cited the lack of approval from higher authorities in the district. Undeterred by this setback, Jayashree and Rakhi, accompanied by their well-wishers, took an alternative route. They obtained a notarized affidavit for their marriage and proceeded to the Bhagada Bhawani temple in Majhauliraj, where they exchanged garlands in the presence of the temple priest on Monday. This event marks a significant moment for the couple, symbolising their commitment and love, despite facing initial obstacles in obtaining approval for their union.