Bablu Siddiqui takes full responsibility for Deepanshi’s marriage, organising the ceremony, hosting hundreds of guests and carrying out Hindu wedding traditions
BUDAUN — At a time when public debate is often marked by religious divisions, a wedding in Uttar Pradesh’s Budaun district has drawn attention for a different reason. The story of Bablu Siddiqui and his adopted sister Deepanshi has become a talking point both locally and on social media, with many people praising the bond they share.
The wedding took place in Ujhani town, where Bablu Siddiqui, a member of the local Muslim community, took responsibility for the marriage of Deepanshi, a Hindu girl whose parents passed away years ago. Treating her as his younger sister, he and his family organised the wedding and carried out all arrangements for the ceremony.
According to family members, Deepanshi grew up in the same neighbourhood as Bablu. The two families had known each other for many years, and over time, a close brother-sister relationship developed between them. Following the death of her parents, Bablu and his family continued to support her and remained closely involved in her life.
The wedding of Deepanshi and Kamalkant was held at SS Green Palace in Ujhani on Wednesday (8 July). The ceremony was conducted according to Hindu customs and traditions. One of the most emotional moments came when Bablu Siddiqui performed the kanyadaan, a ritual traditionally carried out by the bride’s family.
Speaking about the relationship, Bablu Siddiqui said, “Deepanshi has been like my younger sister since childhood. Our families have always shared a close bond. A relationship built on love and trust is no less important than a blood relationship.”
He said he wanted to ensure that his sister’s wedding was conducted with dignity and happiness and that she never felt alone on such an important day.
Bablu also took responsibility for the wedding arrangements. According to him, he organised the event without outside assistance and made sure all preparations were completed in advance. Food and other arrangements were made for around 800 guests, including members of both families and the wedding party.
“I wanted my sister to leave for her new home with the same happiness and respect that every brother wishes for his sister,” he said.
Family members said that Bablu and his relatives actively participated in all the wedding ceremonies and supported Deepanshi throughout the event. They said every effort was made to ensure she felt surrounded by family despite the absence of her parents.
The emotional significance of the occasion was visible during the ceremony. Deepanshi became emotional several times and expressed gratitude to Bablu and his family for standing by her during an important stage of her life.
“Bablu Bhaiya and his family organised my wedding as if I were their own daughter and sister,” she said. “They never allowed me to feel that my parents were not with me. Every responsibility was carried out with love and care.”
She added that the experience showed how relationships built on affection and mutual respect can overcome social and religious differences.
Residents who attended the wedding described it as a memorable occasion and said it reflected the long-standing bonds that exist between families in the town. Many guests praised the efforts made by Bablu Siddiqui and his family and said the event demonstrated the importance of compassion, support and community ties.
The story has since attracted attention beyond Ujhani, with many social media users sharing messages of appreciation and describing the wedding as an example of friendship, family values and human kindness.
For those present at the ceremony, however, the occasion was not about public attention. It was about a brother fulfilling a promise to his sister and ensuring that she began a new chapter of life surrounded by care, respect and affection.
