‘We made the decision together’: Two brothers marry same woman in Himachal Pradesh, revive rare Hatti tribe tradition of polyandry
Sunday, 20 July 2025 () A unique wedding occurred in Himachal Pradesh. Two brothers from the Hatti tribe married the same woman, Sunita Chauhan. The three-day event in Shillai village showcased the tradition of polyandry. This practice, called 'Jodidara', is legally recognized. The Hatti community values this tradition to preserve family land. While declining, polyandry remains a part of their culture.
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In Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district, a woman, Sunita Chauhan, married two brothers, Pradeep and Kapil Negi, in a public ceremony, celebrating the Hatti... IndiaTimes
In Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district, two brothers from the Hatti tribe married the same woman, Sunita Chauhan, reviving the traditional practice of polyandry... IndiaTimes
The northern state of India, Himachal Pradesh, has a unique marriage ceremony which is locally called Jodidara. The state's Hatti tribe has a polyandrous... DNA