Chhattisgarh Village Ostracizes Lawyer Couple

In a shocking incident, a lawyer couple in Chhattisgarh is facing social ostracization for marrying against the wishes of their families. The couple, who are both lawyers, have been subjected to 'hookah-pani band', a traditional form of ostracization where the community cuts off all social ties with the individual or family. This form of punishment is usually meted out to those who defy traditional norms and values. The incident has raised questions about the prevalence of such practices in modern India.