Chinese Citizen Marries Kalash Woman in Chitral After Overcoming Social and Legal Hurdles

Islamabad:A Chinese national has married a Kalash woman in Chitral after overcoming various local challenges and community concerns.

The 36-year-old Chinese citizen, Ou Jun, wed Shahin Ara from the Kalash community at a local court in Chitral. The marriage has been celebrated with festivities in Shahin Ara’s native village of Rimbur, where the newlyweds received a warm welcome upon returning to the area.

Neighbor Fatahullah told V News that the wedding celebrations are being conducted in accordance with Kalash cultural traditions. Many people have been visiting the bride’s home to offer their congratulations and best wishes to the couple.

**Social Media Friendship Leads to Marriage**

According to the couple, their connection began on social media in 2018. Over time, their friendship blossomed into love. Ou Jun, who arrived in Chitral a few years ago, had initially expressed his desire to marry Shahin Ara. However, her parents had refused the proposal, citing concerns about her age, which led Ou Jun to return to China with a promise to stay in touch.

**Challenges Faced by the Couple**

Ou Jun, originally from Zhejiang, China, had visited Chitral several times over the past five years. Shahin Ara noted that Ou Jun had made three previous attempts to marry her, but each time he had to leave due to objections from her parents and the local community.

Last month, Ou Jun returned to Chitral to marry Shahin Ara. However, their attempt to register their marriage was met with objections from local social activists and a government lawyer. They requested confirmation from the Chinese embassy or a local certifier, which initially prevented the marriage from proceeding.

**Resolution and Celebration**

This week, Ou Jun returned to Chitral and addressed the objections raised by local officials and activists. He provided the necessary documentation to the**Headline: Chinese Citizen Marries Kalash Woman in Chitral After Overcoming Social and Legal Hurdles**

**Islamabad (Daily Qudrat)** – A Chinese national has married a Kalash woman in Chitral after overcoming various local challenges and community concerns.

The 36-year-old Chinese citizen, Ou Jun, wed Shahin Ara from the Kalash community at a local court in Chitral. The marriage has been celebrated with festivities in Shahin Ara’s native village of Rimbur, where the newlyweds received a warm welcome upon returning to the area.

Neighbor Fatahullah told V News that the wedding celebrations are being conducted in accordance with Kalash cultural traditions. Many people have been visiting the bride’s home to offer their congratulations and best wishes to the couple.

**Social Media Friendship Leads to Marriage**

According to the couple, their connection began on social media in 2018. Over time, their friendship blossomed into love. Ou Jun, who arrived in Chitral a few years ago, had initially expressed his desire to marry Shahin Ara. However, her parents had refused the proposal, citing concerns about her age, which led Ou Jun to return to China with a promise to stay in touch.

**Challenges Faced by the Couple**

Ou Jun, originally from Zhejiang, China, had visited Chitral several times over the past five years. Shahin Ara noted that Ou Jun had made three previous attempts to marry her, but each time he had to leave due to objections from her parents and the local community.

Last month, Ou Jun returned to Chitral to marry Shahin Ara. However, their attempt to register their marriage was met with objections from local social activists and a government lawyer. They requested confirmation from the Chinese embassy or a local certifier, which initially prevented the marriage from proceeding.

**Resolution and Celebration**

This week, Ou Jun returned to Chitral and addressed the objections raised by local officials and activists. He provided the necessary documentation to the court, and after resolving all issues, he and Shahin Ara were able to complete their court marriage.

Fatahullah reported that the entire village is celebrating, with a special invitation extended to mark the occasion. The groom has been gifted a traditional shalwar kameez set by the bride’s family, and the festivities are continuing in line with Kalash customs.

Following the wedding celebrations, the couple plans to travel to Lahore. court, and after resolving all issues, he and Shahin Ara were able to complete their court marriage.

Fatahullah reported that the entire village is celebrating, with a special invitation extended to mark the occasion. The groom has been gifted a traditional shalwar kameez set by the bride’s family, and the festivities are continuing in line with Kalash customs.

Following the wedding celebrations, the couple plans to travel to Lahore.