LAHORE: An “open-air” kissing contest for married couples has been held in an Indian state of Jahrkhand to celebrate love and romance.
Several couples locked their lips in the presence of thousands of people in the contest; which was never seen before.
Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Simon Marandi, the organiser of the contest, said that the contest was held to curb the increasing divorce cases in the society.
“Tribals are basically innocent and less educated. Due to which, the family system is weakening. To make them aware of our social structure and responsibility towards the family, the idea of a kissing competition was conceived,” said Simon.
Jharkhand: Kissing contest organized for married couples at a Mela in Dumaria village of Pakur on 10th December. Jharkhand Mukti Morcha legislator Simon Marandi was also present at the event. pic.twitter.com/sCS8PeMoDw
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A controversy in India has been erupted after the video of the kissing contest went viral on social media.
Reacting to the controversy, The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has demanded the suspension of the organiser MLA Simon Marandi from the state assembly.