Rinku Singh Priya Saroj engagement: Who attended, where it happened, and her journey from law to politics

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    A Cricketer and a Politician Say Yes
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    A Cricketer and a Politician Say Yes

    Rinku Singh, known for his IPL stints with Kolkata Knight Riders, got engaged to Priya Saroj, a 25-year-old Member of Parliament. The ceremony on 8 June marked a new chapter in both their lives, uniting sports and politics in a graceful and emotional celebration.

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    A Grand Yet Private Celebration in Lucknow
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    A Grand Yet Private Celebration in Lucknow

    The engagement took place at The Centrum, a luxury hotel in Lucknow, which was decked out with elegant flowers and warm lighting. Despite being private, over 300 guests attended, creating an intimate yet high-profile atmosphere that perfectly balanced tradition and modern elegance.

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    A Star-Studded Guest List
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    A Star-Studded Guest List

    The event saw the presence of cricketers like Praveen Kumar and Piyush Chawla and politicians like Akhilesh Yadav, Jaya Bachchan, and Rajeev Shukla. Their attendance underlined the significance of the occasion, blending the glamour of cricket with the gravitas of politics.

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    The Bride-to-Be – Priya Saroj
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    The Bride-to-Be – Priya Saroj

    Priya Saroj is among India’s youngest MPs, representing Machhlishahr in UP. A former lawyer and Amity Law graduate, she won her first Lok Sabha election in 2024. Despite her political background, she hadn’t planned on entering politics until recently, making her journey remarkable.

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    A Relationship Built on Friendship
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    A Relationship Built on Friendship

    Rinku and Priya’s love story began as friendship over a year ago and deepened with time. Both families approved of their relationship after seeing their bond grow, paving the way for this joyous engagement. The couple now embarks on a journey filled with love, dreams, and responsibility.

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