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Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s niece, Sushma ties the knot with Vaibhav, in a celebration that honours tradition, environment & Wed In India Spirit
Wedding Planning - Mar 17, 2026
Rooted in intention rather than excess, Sushma Modi niece of Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi Ji, and Vaibhav Sharma’s wedding was a thoughtful celebration shaped by culture, sustainability and storytelling. Photographed by WeddingSutra Favorite – Seventy By Two, the festivities were documented with a natural, unobtrusive lens that allowed the emotions and rituals to unfold authentically. Sushma shares a deep connection with her hometown of Vadnagar, and that bond quietly influenced several aspects of the celebrations. The couple approached their wedding décor as an extension of who they are and where they come from, choosing elements that reflected faith, folklore and a conscious respect for the earth.
Sushma and Vaibhav first met in London while pursuing their master’s degrees at the London School of Economics during the COVID-19 pandemic. By coincidence, their apartments were located close to each other, and they soon realised they were the only two Indians in their neighbourhood. Both vegetarians and enthusiastic food lovers, they began spending time exploring new food spots together. Long walks across the city became routine, turning casual outings into easy companionship. Over time, those conversations and shared routines grew into a connection neither of them had planned, gradually evolving into a relationship that felt guided by destiny.
The Mameru ceremony carried a strong sense of place and memory. A custom painting created for the backdrop drew inspiration from a story deeply rooted in Vadnagar. It depicted the tale of saint poet Narsinh Mehta, whose daughter Kunvarbai’s wedding required the traditional Mameru gifts. Unable to afford them, Narsinh Mehta is believed to have been quietly helped by Lord Krishna, who arrived disguised as a merchant to preserve his devotee’s dignity. The artwork remained largely monotone with Krishna’s peacock feather as the only coloured element. After the wedding, the painting was donated to raise funds for an NGO, allowing the story to continue beyond the celebration.
For the Graha Shanti ceremony, the couple created a Navgraha-themed backdrop that gently explained the significance of the ritual. Instead of focusing on elaborate decoration, the intention was to create a space that felt calm and balanced. The painted grahas helped guests unfamiliar with the ceremony understand its symbolism while acknowledging the celestial forces believed to guide life.
The sangeet brought together Gujarati and Punjabi traditions in an evening filled with energy and warmth. The celebrations began with the Punjabi Jago as women from the groom’s family entered carrying decorated thaals balanced on their heads. A lively qawwali-style dance off between both families quickly set the tone for the night. Garba and Bhangra performances followed, giving guests from across the world a glimpse of both cultural traditions. Among the most memorable moments were an emotional speech by the bride and a Gujarati song performed by the groom.
For the wedding ceremony, Sushma and Vaibhav chose to create a mandap that reflected their commitment to sustainability. Instead of building a large structure, they created a simple platform using mitti and gobar through the traditional Limpan technique so that the materials could naturally return to the earth after the ceremony. The mandap was intentionally minimal and respectful of the natural cycle. Along its borders, Kolam art made with rice flour illustrated the journey of the wedding rituals from Graha Shanti to Varmala to Kanyadaan. These artworks were imagined and created by ‘Divyang’ girls who visualised the entire story themselves. Their creativity and resilience transformed the mandap into a meaningful expression of inclusivity and shared storytelling.
The Wedding Makers
Venue: Balaram Palace Resort, Gujarat
Wedding Planner: Perfect Planners
Photography: Seventy By Two
Makeup Artist: Makeup by Niyati Sheravia
