Shivamogga, Oct. 8 -- In an attempt to curb extravagant spending on weddings and prevent families from falling into debt, residents of Hargi village in Shikaripura taluk have decided to ban the traditional 'beegara oota' or non-vegetarian feast hosted at the bride's or grooms house after marriage celebrations.

The village has also decided to impose a penalty of Rs 1 lakh on anyone who organises such a feast in violation of the decision. Those who attend the banned feast will face a fine of Rs 50,000, according to the resolution adopted by the villagers.

Hargi has more than 350 households. The decision was taken at a meeting of the Hanuman temple committee held on Monday. More than 20 committee members participated in the discussion and ...