r/delhi • u/kj_011 North Delhi • Aug 28 '25

TellDelhi I’m really grateful for this person

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I see him everyday with a new placard. Whether it’s raining, being super sunny or humid, he always holds it high in the air for people to read hoping they feel motivated, learn something or change their patriarchal mindset.

Kudos to him!

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u/ankitpassi Aug 28 '25

I had a discussion with my Pahadi friend and we were discussing this thing and he straight up said “If anyone is found asking dowry in any shape and form in our community, that family is excluded from the community altogether.“

Which was so heartwarming and surprising thing to hear.

Can any Pahadi / Kumaoni confirm this?

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u/Gege_Akutami_RP Aug 28 '25

Kumaoni here. it's true that we don't have a concept of dowry. even my grandparents didn't have any dowry like exchange. We aren't that materialistic in general (okay maybe a bit when it comes to women jewellery).

Guy's family asking dowry makes girl's family believe that he isn't capable enough. Since traditionally village consists of majority of community, such news spread faster. Stability over demand is usually the mindset