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In times of such high inflation, the Govt should step in to stop display of wealth at weddings & parties.
The inflation is on the rise and it is becoming difficult for the aam admi to make ends meet. Is it not time for the Government to take stern measures and cut-down some of the luxuries that the rich enjoy? Take for instance the weddings that one attends. People really go over the top when it comes to celebrating — whether it is a holiday, or a birthday party. Being transported to an exotic location is private jets, yachts and expensive return presents for the invitees has become common.
Some of the weddings one witnesses, especially in North, are not only eye-openers but leaves one amazed at the vulgar display of wealth. Crores are spent on chartering a private plane for Bollywood stars to perform on stage to Hindi film numbers. The guests on their part are busy drinking, eating or catching up with all the gossip.
Of course, this doesn’t mean that people should not entertain or spend money at their children’s weddings but I am sure the same can be done without the ostentatious display of money. One needs to just look at the array of food on display — every possible cuisine is laid out for the guests. Flying in wedding planners, flowers, exotic food products and chefs from abroad appears to be an unnecessary wastage. I am sure that most of the food goes into the dustbin. It is better if the host would have a few Indian dishes, they are tasty, will keep the recipes alive and the local chefs will also get the necessary encourage. After all, our Indian cuisine has a variety of mouth-watering dishes.
And there are the wedding cards. Thousands are spent on just one card — a card that goes into the bin once the wedding is over. There is so much effort that goes into making a perfect card. Some look like a hard bound book others look like a suitcase which are filled with goodies. Though it manages to impress many, it doesn’t last for long. In fact, many end up criticising it. The wedding lehanga costs lakhs. I am sure the bride never gets to wear it ever again.
Why can’t the Government take stern steps and stop this display of wealth at this time of bad economy. Why not take a leaf out of what our former Late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi did in 1974? There was a limit on the number of dishes one could serve and the number of people was limited too. If this is not possible, how about levying a heavy tax when such exorbitant money is being spent?
The lifestyle of the rich and famous is highlighted through the media. The poor jump to the conclusion that the Government is protecting the rich. Their question is why is there so much discrimination and favouritism. The rich are getting richer when the poor cannot afford a decent meal. I do hope the Government does take some stern step towards this.
The day is not far when the poor, frustrated, will raid and invade the houses of the rich and the politicians. As it is we witness road rage, thefts and murders every day.
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