Crores on a Rooftop? 100-Foot Currency Garland

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Crores on a Rooftop? The Truth Behind Rajasthan’s Viral 100-Foot currency Garland


A jaw-dropping video from Rajasthan’s Deeg district has set social media on fire, showing a groom draped in a massive 100-foot-long garland made entirely of ₹500 and ₹100 currency notes. The display was so extravagant that the groom had to climb onto a rooftop—and even use a ladder—just to manage the sheer length of the currency chain as it trailed down to a fleet of parked vehicles below.  



While the internet is buzzing with claims that the garland is worth nearly ₹2 crore, the reality behind this "Mewati Swag" is more surprising than the video itself.  



Status Symbol or Rented Show?

The incident took place in Bamanwadi village during a wedding ceremony on april 19, 2026. While many viewed the act as extreme "fizulkharchi" (wasteful expenditure), local authorities and village elders have cleared the air:  


  • It’s a Tradition: In the Mewat region, massive garlands are a long-standing tradition used to showcase social prestige and status.  



  • The "Hired" Luxury: Deeg Superintendent of Police, sharan Gopinath Kamble, confirmed that preliminary investigations show the garland was actually rented.  



  • Made in Nuh: These specialized currency garlands are reportedly available for hire in Nuh, Haryana, specifically for wedding displays.  



  • Shared Glory: Despite the scale, there was only one garland at the event, which was shared by two grooms—Ruknuddin Meo and his nephew Ansar Meo.  



Viral Impact & Public Debate

The 20-second clip has triggered a fierce debate online. While some locals defend it as a customary ritual, a large section of netizens has criticized it as an unnecessary display of wealth.  



Regardless of the controversy, the "Rooftop Groom" has officially broken local records for the longest garland ever seen in the region. 

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