PICS: Dressed as bride-groom, group raises awareness during anti-addiction drive

Updated On: 13 February, 2026 10:57 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed

Volunteers from the Maharashtra Nashabandi Mandal organised a unique anti-addiction rally at Marine Drive on Friday. Pics/Atul Kamble

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Volunteers from the Maharashtra Nashabandi Mandal organised a unique anti-addiction rally at Marine Drive on Friday. Pics/Atul Kamble

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Several volunteers took part in the march, drawing the attention of walkers, tourists and local residents at Marine Drive

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The symbolic dress of the bride and groom was meant to represent a new beginning in life

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The campiagn was meant to raise awareness for a new beginning in life which would be free from alcohol, tobacco and other harmful addictions

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The rally aimed to encourage people to make a commitment to stay away from harmful substances

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Marriage marks the start of a fresh chapter, and in the same way, giving up addiction can lead to a healthier and happier future, said a local

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