Iddenisa Mullick, mother of three daughters and a son, lives in a small house off the NH 6, where the protestors put up a roadblock.
"There were massive protests in our area. I was worried when the administration clamped Section 144. I had no out other than postponing my daughter, Pakiza's marriage which was scheduled on Sunday. But my Hindu neighbours came forward and assured me that they would take care of everything", said Iddenisa.
Iddenisa's neighbours Tapas Kodali, Lakhikanta Kayal and Uttam Dolui took all responsibilities of the marriage.
"We grew up in the same village together. We stood by each other always. When the mother of Pakiza was worried, we decided to be her helping hands", said Kodali.
The three went to the police station and obtained permission for the assembly, on the occasion of the marriage, as Section 144 of CrPC was clamped.
"Iddenisa lost her husband eight years ago. The mother and her children participate in all the events organised by the local club. It was our duty, as fellow citizens, to stand by her", Kayal said.
Iddenisa had invited around 300 guests for her daughter's marriage.
"But only 150 turned up. My Hindu neighbours welcomed them and took care of food and other comforts. They also helped me to rent a car so that Pakiza could go to her in-laws' house safely. I will be grateful to them for the rest of my life", she added.
Sheikh Mokkabir, the newly-wed groom said that he was pleasantly surprised that he was warmly welcomed by the Hindu neighbours.
"It is because of them the entire ceremony was conducted so smoothly", he added.
Courtesy. The NIE.
My take
The harmony between communities is an assured factor in our country. Selfish politicians, to achieve their narrow ends, whip up enmity and hatred between people!
Tailpiece.
Got up at 6, the chores and was ready by a quarter to 10.
It was a quiet day with the maid going through her round of work.
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