In a heartfelt and extraordinary gesture, four sons arranged the wedding of their 90-year-old father, Maulana Saifullah, an event that has garnered significant attention both locally and on social media.
The ceremony took place in Bisham, Shangla district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with the bride, a 55-year-old woman, marrying Maulana Saifullah with a modest dowry of one tola of gold. The gathering included family members, grandchildren, friends, and many locals, who witnessed the simple yet emotionally meaningful celebration.
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Local residents praised the sons for fulfilling their father’s long-held wish to remarry, viewing the event as an inspiring step toward shifting societal attitudes about marriage among the elderly, often seen as unconventional.
One attendee described it as “a rare display of love, respect, and family values,” emphasizing the importance of caring for the happiness of older family members.
While second marriages at an advanced age often face social resistance, this family embraced the occasion with full support and joy. The wedding has become a symbol of strong family ties and a reminder that the well-being and happiness of elders deserve equal respect and celebration as that of younger generations.
