65-Year-Old Man Remarries To Combat Loneliness After First Wife's Death

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In Bahraich, 65-year-old Rafiq Ahmed Baba has remarried, finding companionship with Zulekha to overcome loneliness after his first wife passed away. Despite having a large family including two sons, daughters-in-law, and grandchildren, he felt a deep sense of isolation. The nikah was conducted traditionally with a mehr of ₹25,786, witnessed by two individuals. This unique decision has sparked widespread discussion in the region, with many viewing it as a practical step towards a happier life in his later years.