Hyderabad: They came, they met, and they found hope. For countless families struggling to find suitable matrimonial alliances, the journey is often long, stressful and uncertain. But at the Dubadu programme organised by The Siasat Daily, the search for a life partner becomes considerably easier.
The 150th edition of the face-to-face matrimonial programme, held at the Red Rose Function Hall in Nampally on Sunday, June 14, witnessed an enthusiastic turnout of parents seeking alliances for their sons and daughters. Many left the venue with promising leads, while some even succeeded in finalising prospective matches.
What began as a modest initiative in 1995 has today evolved into one of the most trusted matrimonial platforms in the city. When Siasat Editor Zahid Ali Khan and Managing Editor Zaheeruddin Ali Khan launched the programme over three decades ago, they perhaps did not anticipate the enormous impact it would have on the lives of thousands of families, especially those from the middle and lower-middle classes.
Over the years, the Dubadu programme has become a ray of hope for parents who often find the search for suitable alliances both time-consuming and expensive. The initiative has enabled hundreds of families to connect with prospective matches in a dignified, transparent and convenient manner.
The programme was conceived with the objective of easing the difficulties faced by families in arranging marriages and bringing simplicity back into Muslim matrimonial practices. By categorising prospective brides and grooms according to educational qualifications and other criteria, the organisers have made the process systematic and user-friendly.
Marriage in Islam is regarded as a sacred bond and a means of strengthening society. Yet, in many communities, marriages have increasingly become associated with extravagant spending and social pressures. The trend set by affluent sections often places an unbearable financial burden on middle-class families. Through Dubadu, Siasat has sought to promote simple and dignified marriages in accordance with Islamic teachings, helping families avoid unnecessary expenditure while fulfilling an important social responsibility.
For years now, Siasat has been conducting the programme regularly in different parts of the city and districts. Families can also visit the Siasat office throughout the week to browse matrimonial profiles and seek assistance.
The arrangements at Sunday’s programme reflected the organisers’ experience and efficiency. Separate counters were set up for postgraduates, graduates, engineering and medical professionals, as well as for candidates with Intermediate and SSC qualifications. Dedicated sections were also arranged for Hafiz, Aalim, differently-abled persons, second marriages and late marriages.
