Unique color of folk faith in Chhattisgarh: To get relief from drought, farmers organized frog-frog marriage; Meteorological department also gave alert of heavy rain

In the rural areas of India, folk beliefs, traditions and unwavering faith are as alive today as they were centuries ago. A very unique and interesting sight has come to light from Surajpur district of Chhattisgarh. Where the farmers, worried about the lack of sufficient rain this season, conducted the marriage of a frog and a toad with proper music and full rituals to get a good harvest and freedom from the fear of drought.

Interestingly, right in the midst of this unique traditional marriage, the Meteorological Department (IMD) has also given great relief to the food providers of the state. After about three days of laziness and laxity, monsoon has once again become completely ‘super active’ in Chhattisgarh. According to the latest estimates of IMD, there is a strong possibility of heavy to moderate rainfall in many parts of the state for the next four days.

Wedding card printed as per rules, ‘frog procession’ accompanied by band and music

This traditional and unique marriage was organized on a grand scale in Khunshi area under Pratappur development block of Surajpur district. According to the villagers, it was not a symbolic formality or a child’s play, but was celebrated with utmost seriousness like a real human marriage.

• Invitation letter: For this unique wedding, invitation cards (wedding cards) were printed and distributed in all the nearby villages.

• Rounds and rituals: On Thursday evening, a grand procession of the groom (frog) was taken out with bands, drums and traditional Chhattisgarhi folk songs. After this, the frog-frog marriage was organized amidst Hindu Sanatan rituals, seven rounds and Vedic chanting.

The belief is to please Lord Indra: Ramnath Singh, senior member of the organizing committee, said that whenever there is heavy rain in the area or drought-like conditions arise, this ancient folk tradition is performed. The villagers strongly believe that the sound of frog-toad mating pleases the rain god Indradev and immediately showers nectar. After the marriage, a collective feast (Bhandare) was also organized for the happiness and prosperity of the entire area.

Monsoon status in Chhattisgarh: 17% less rainfall till now in Badra

If we look at the latest data of the Meteorological Department, this season Chhattisgarh has recorded slightly less rainfall than expected:

• Actual Rain: On average from June 1 to July 8 in the state 239.2 millimeters Rain has been recorded.

• Normal Rain: During this period the state generally 286.7 millimeters It should have rained.

• Loss: If seen from this perspective, compared to the normal situation in the state till now 17 percent less It has rained.

District wise comparative report of rainfall (1 June to 8 July)

Further weather forecast: Thunderstorm alert and danger of flood in low-lying areas

Meteorologists say that there will be continuous light to moderate rain in different parts of the state for the next four days. simultaneously North Chhattisgarh A special warning (yellow alert) has been issued at one or two places in Surguja division of intense lightning accompanied by thunder.

• Today’s temperature: There will be mainly dense clouds in the capital Raipur and surrounding areas today. The maximum temperature in Raipur is expected to be around 31 degrees Celsius and the minimum temperature will be around 25 degrees Celsius.

• Waterlogging warning: Earlier, due to torrential rains on July 4, 5 and 6, a flood-like situation was created in many low-lying areas of Raipur, Durg, Bhilai, Dhamtari and Gariaband. The problem of waterlogging still persists in many residential colonies. The Meteorological Department has issued an alert that due to new rain in the next four days, the situation in these areas may once again become serious, hence the administration and citizens should remain completely alert.