Dungarpur (Rajasthan): In a shocking incident, a groom was attacked by his father-in-law with a sword in Rajasthan's Dungarpur district on Monday. The attack ensued the moment the wedding rituals were over. The father-in-law took the groom inside a room for holding discussions. Suddenly, the accused hit the groom with a sword.
The injured groom was rushed to a hospital for treatment. Three others, including the bride, were also injured when they came forward to save the groom. The incident took place at Barbodania village in Oberi police station area of the district. Four people, including son-in-law (groom), and daughter (bride), were injured in the attack. The father of the bride was opposing the love marriage. The assailant's daughter had eloped with her beau about two months ago. Peeved over this, the girl's father was nursing the grudge. The accused was waiting for the opportune moment to take revenge.
People from both families were enjoying the wedding ceremony. The members of the Baraat party along with groom Chirag left for bride Bhawna's house on Monday morning. Chirag and Bhavna tied the nuptial knot and took marriage vows. The family members were rejoicing. The members of the Baraat party were accorded a warm welcome by the bride's family. There was an atmosphere of enthusiasm.