WC 2015 IND vs AUS: Village of Suresh Raina’s fiancé takes holiday to watch semis
Baghpat: The village of batsman Suresh Raina's fiance in Bamnauli is gearing up for the ICC World Cup semifinal on Thursday and announced an undeclared holiday as India faces their toughest test taking on a formidable Australia.
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Head of the Panchayat Kalu Singh said the village is proud of Raina, who is set to tie knot to Priyanka Chowdhury a resident of the village. "It is the matter of pride that we are getting a son-in-law like Raina. The decision to remain off from respective duties and watch the match, was taken unanimously yesterday. Also the entire village prayed at Hanuman temple for the victory of the Indian team," Singh said.
Everyone will watch the semifinal on a big screen which will be installed in the village. The Panchayat has also decided to hold a party for the village if India wins the World Cup.
