Love Beyond Religion: Interfaith Wedding Inspires Social Harmony in Surat

Surat | Gujarat — In a time when divisions often dominate headlines, a heartwarming story from Surat is redefining the narrative. At the upcoming mass marriage ceremony organised by Yashvi Foundation, a fatherless Muslim woman will marry her Hindu partner according to Hindu rituals — with the blessings of both families.

Farha Vadgama, who lost her father at a young age, lives with her mother in the Palanpur Jakatnaka area. Raised by her mother, Allah Rakhi, Farha has worked at a private company for the past seven years. It was there that she met Mohit, a resident of Bhatha village. What began as a workplace friendship slowly blossomed into love.

“We worked together for seven years. We understood each other and decided to speak honestly with our families,” Farha said. “Initially, I was scared because our religions are different. But my mother’s happiness matters the most to me. Once she agreed, I had no fear of society.”

Her mother admitted the journey was not easy. “At first, I refused for years. We had arguments. But my daughter’s happiness is my priority. If she is happy, I am happy,” Allah Rakhi said.

Mohit echoed similar sentiments. “There were difficulties in the beginning because of religion. But since we have been together for years, both families eventually understood and agreed,” he said.

What makes this union even more significant is Farha’s voluntary decision to marry according to Hindu rituals. The couple will be among 101 daughters participating in the third consecutive all-caste mass marriage organised by Yashvi Foundation on March 14, 2026.

The foundation has earned recognition for supporting fatherless and needy daughters. After facilitating marriages for 21 daughters in 2024 and 51 in 2025, this year’s ceremony will see 101 brides begin a new chapter in life. Pre-wedding rituals include a wedding ceremony on February 25 and a mehendi function on March 11.

Organisers describe the initiative as a “service yagna” aimed at spreading positivity and unity. “Humanity and love stand above religious boundaries. Farha and Mohit’s wedding reflects the true spirit of social harmony,” a foundation representative said.