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French Engineer Marries Indian Bride in Traditional Sangaria Ceremony
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 11:00 AM
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Mechanical engineer Romén from France wed Divya Jyoti in Sangaria, Rajasthan, observing Indian wedding customs including the seven rounds.
A French mechanical engineer named Romén traveled to Sangaria in Rajasthan's Hanumangarh district to marry Indian national Divya Jyoti. The couple performed a traditional Indian wedding ceremony, complete with a baraat that arrived from France and the customary seven rounds (saat pheras) around the sacred fire.
Romén and Divya Jyoti first met in New Zealand, where a friendship later blossomed into a romantic relationship. Their decision to wed in India allowed them to incorporate local customs and celebrate the union with family and friends in a distinctly Indian setting.
The ceremony, conducted in accordance with Hindu rites, featured customary rituals such as the exchange of garlands, the lighting of the wedding fire, and the recitation of vows in both Hindi and English. Attendees described the event as a vibrant blend of French and Indian cultural elements, highlighting the cross‑cultural nature of the marriage.
Local officials noted that the wedding underscores the growing trend of international couples choosing Indian traditions for their nuptials, reflecting Rajasthan's reputation as a popular destination for culturally rich ceremonies.
Romén and Divya Jyoti first met in New Zealand, where a friendship later blossomed into a romantic relationship. Their decision to wed in India allowed them to incorporate local customs and celebrate the union with family and friends in a distinctly Indian setting.
The ceremony, conducted in accordance with Hindu rites, featured customary rituals such as the exchange of garlands, the lighting of the wedding fire, and the recitation of vows in both Hindi and English. Attendees described the event as a vibrant blend of French and Indian cultural elements, highlighting the cross‑cultural nature of the marriage.
Local officials noted that the wedding underscores the growing trend of international couples choosing Indian traditions for their nuptials, reflecting Rajasthan's reputation as a popular destination for culturally rich ceremonies.