IN PHOTOS: Dressed as bride and groom, group marches at Marine Drive in Mumbai during anti-addiction drive

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

Updated On: 2026-02-13 10:57 PM IST

Compiled by : Asif Ali Sayed

In a creative effort to spread their message, two volunteers dressed as a bride and groom. Pics/Atul Kamble

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

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

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

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

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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