Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India, on or around February 20, 2026. According to multiple news reports, a wedding was disrupted and ultimately called off after a member of the groom’s family allegedly beat the bride’s pet dog for barking during the rituals, leading to a heated argument that escalated into a physical clash between the families.
At least five people were injured in the altercation, which involved chairs and sticks, and police intervened to calm the situation—though no formal complaint was filed, and the families settled by returning gifts and money. The bride reportedly chose to cancel the marriage amid the chaos, prioritizing her self-respect and the treatment of her pet.
