Husband marries off wife with paramour in Tripura  

A 33-year-old man from Birchandramanu in South Tripura “married” off his wife to their neighbour, with whom she had reportedly been in a relationship for eight years, the police said on Thursday.

Police confirmed they have not taken any legal action regarding the matter, as the marriage took place at a temple with the consent of all parties involved and in the presence of hundreds of villagers.

Nayan Saha, a resident of Birchandramanu, got married to Jhuma Saha (27) eight years ago.

However, soon after their marriage, Jhuma developed a romantic relationship with their neighbour, identified as Dipankar Banik.

Despite repeated warnings from Nayan — who works as a driver — Jhuma continued the affair.

"Due to the extramarital relationship, Nayan used to torture his wife, but no formal complaint of domestic violence was ever filed," said officer-in-charge (OC) Jayanta Das of Manapather outpost.

"On the night of April 21, Nayan reportedly caught his wife and her paramour in a compromising position at his house. However, Jhuma managed to flee," Das added.

The following day, April 23, Nayan arranged a marriage ceremony for Jhuma and Dipankar, a local vegetable vendor, according to their wishes.

"The wedding was conducted at a local temple in the presence of villagers," the OC said.

Jhuma, who has two sons from her marriage with Nayan, has taken the children with her.

The police also confirmed that both Nayan and Jhuma have filed for divorce at a local court, and the matter is currently under legal consideration.

"They plan to register the new marriage once the divorce is finalised," Das added.