I RECENTLY had the most exhilarating experience of attending a real Hindu wedding.

There was excellent tassa drumming by the Dubraj Tassa Group.  There was also Taan and Baithak Gana singing by Kris Ramkhelawan and troupe from Suriname.

We also had a melodious singer from Trinidad – Nirmala – singing sweet and clean Hindi songs. No vulgar and lewd songs that most Trinis are famous for!

Dubraj did a master stroke by introducing the tassa on “Kangan” night. The hosts ensured that the DJ did not stray into lewd and vulgar noises!

It was a great example of how Hindus should successfully spend their money on weddings. These days most, if not all, Hindu weddings are vulgar and lawless “bubble sessions”. Some Hindus profit off their guests with their ominous bars. Their excuse is that the bar will fund the (free sport) for the “Kangan”.

The wedding was well planned, well organized, and well controlled by the hosts. Most Hindu weddings have the guests take control. What the DJ should play, how long the Pandit takes, how much time the Dulahin (bride) should take to get dressed, etc, etc.

This was the only Hindu wedding I felt compelled to attend at all sessions – From Friday night to Monday night. No, not just for the food and drinks, the music was just right.

JEYARAM SINGH