A couple hired an entire plane to get married in front of their 161 guests in an effort to avoid Covid-19 restrictions.
Rakesh and Dakshina, from Madurai, India were desperate to tie the knot but with lockdown restrictions and social distancing measures in place, so came up with an alternative plan for their big day.
The pair had their ceremony onboard a flight from Madurai to Bangalore on Sunday.
The flight took off from Madurai International Airport at 7am, despite the guest list far exceeding the state government’s stipulated 50 people for such gatherings.
Video footage shows the flight absolutely packed to the brim with guests as the couple stand at the front of the aisle and exchange their vows.
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The groom can be seen placing a traditional ornament around the bride’s neck while attendees cheer and shower them both with flower petals.
Rakesh and Dakshina tied the knot just as the aircraft hovered over the Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple.
Following their onboard wedding, the couple headed to a hotel in Bangalore for a small reception. All of the guests had allegedly taken and passed a PRC test before boarding the flight.
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However, many guests opted not to wear masks or maintain social distancing for the special occasion.
Police are reportedly looking into the matter and deciding whether or not to launch an investigation over the Covid-19 violations.
