The relatives were forced to rethink on their decision to not participate in the 'tainted' ceremony after Man Singh requested them to stay back.
Elders of the community even warned the groom saying that he would be penalised if he married the woman.
But an unyielding Man Singh said he was ready to pay the penalty as decided by the community panchayat and the marriage was performed.
"The day I was engaged to her, I had promised to support her throughout life," said Man Singh. He said that he was happy with his decision that saved two families from being humiliated.
The groom's father too appreciating his son's act said he was ready to pay the penalty if the panchayat members say so.
Chhotelal Dhurve, uncle of the groom, said that initially he had thought of shunning the marriage but the groom's insistence forced him to think again.
"Now we are proud of his decision," he added.
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