Vashi, Navi Mumbai : A unique awareness
program titled “Online Grooms – A Dangerous Trap” was recently held at Sahitya
Mandir Auditorium, Vashi, to shed light on the rising cases of online
matrimonial frauds, fake identities, and exploitative criminal activities under
the guise of marriage. Organized by ‘We Mukta’, a multi-purpose women’s
platform by Netra Enterprises, in collaboration with Priya kakade Director of
Swift Detectives and Investigations, the event combined a powerful awareness
lecture with a vibrant bridal fashion show representing the country’s rich and
varied wedding traditions.
What made this show remarkable was the
confident participation of not just young women, but also elderly ladies, all
dressed in traditional bridal outfits from different Indian states and
communities. The ramp walk highlighted not only the beauty of bridal attire but
also carried a deeper message of cultural preservation, dignity, and the
importance of safety in today’s digital age.
Priya Kakade, Director of Swift Detective and
Investigations, was the keynote speaker and shared several real-life cases to
caution women about the dangers of trusting online matrimonial platforms
blindly. She narrated the shocking incident of a young IT engineer from Pune
who lost ₹16-17 lakhs to a man she met through a matrimonial site, only for him
to vanish shortly after their marriage. In another case, an elderly man’s wife
approached the detective agency for help after discovering that her husband’s
young “sugar baby” was attempting to usurp property and financial control under
emotional manipulation.
Priya Kakade also addressed issues like
extramarital affairs, collecting evidence for divorce proceedings, and the
growing emotional distance in relationships due to social media. She warned
that 90% of online profiles are fake, and some women have even fallen victim to
trafficking after being emotionally entrapped.
The highlight of the event was the Bridal Ramp
Walk Contest, where participants showcased the bridal traditions of Rajasthan,
Gujarat, Kerala, Maharashtra, and communities like the Marwaris and Buddhists.
The audience was treated to a visual feast of traditional garments: from the
elegance of a Maharashtrian bride in a Nauvari saree to the grandeur of a
Rajasthani bride in a gota-patti embellished ghagra-choli, with a bandhani
dupatta covering her head and adorned with borla and jhumkas.
Gujarat’s Panetar saree with its signature
right-shoulder drape and ornate bangles sparkled on the ramp. A Kerala bride
appeared in a graceful Kasavu saree—white with a golden border—symbolizing
purity and tradition, enhanced with gold jewelry. Marwari brides are impressed
with rich red and purple lehengas, half-veiled faces, and traditional jewelry
that reflects heritage. Meanwhile, women representing the Buddhist community
wore white or blue sarees—minimalist yet dignified—offering a symbolic
representation of peace, self-awareness, and cultural identity.
Netra Gujarathi, founder of We Mukta, stated,
“Our platform’s core purpose is to create awareness among women by openly
discussing sensitive issues affecting our society. This event not only helped
women understand how to protect themselves from online scams but also
celebrated India’s bridal heritage in its truest sense.”
She emphasized that the goal of the fashion
show wasn’t merely beauty or spectacle, but to honor the cultural depth,
elegance, and dignity embedded in each community’s bridal traditions. Attendees
also received practical insights on pre-matrimonial checks, fraud prevention
techniques, and how to collect admissible evidence through the assistance of
investigative professionals.
Events like this play a crucial role in
helping women recognize evolving threats to the institution of marriage while
simultaneously equipping them with tools for self-protection and cultural
pride.
For more info, visit – https://swiftdetective.com/
