New Delhi: It was a sweltering summer evening at New Delhi Railway Station. The clock struck 8:10 PM as Rahul, a 28-year-old marketing manager, dashed through the crowd toward Platform 3, hoping to catch his usual 8:15 train to Noida. Sweat trickled down his brow as he navigated the chaos.
Just as he turned the corner, fate intervened.
Thud!
He collided head-on with Ria, a 25-year-old journalist carrying a bag full of notes, files, and a suitcase teetering off balance. Papers fluttered in the air like startled birds. Bags toppled. A moment of stunned silence.
“I’m so sorry!” Rahul gasped, crouching to help.
“No worries… my fault too,” Ria said, flustered, brushing a lock of hair from her eyes.
Their hands met as they reached for the same document.
And in that simple touch… something clicked.
As they stood up, time paused. Rahul found himself captivated by her piercing green eyes and radiant smile. Ria, on the other hand, couldn’t help but notice his gentle demeanor and chiselled features.
The train doors closed behind them with a hiss — the 8:15 had left.
But perhaps… it was meant to.
Laughing over their shared misfortune, they decided to wait for the next train together. A simple introduction – “Rahul.” “Ria.” – sparked a conversation that flowed effortlessly. From their careers to childhood memories, dreams to fears, they talked like old friends rediscovering one another.
When the next train arrived, neither moved.
“Coffee?” Rahul asked, hopeful.
“Only if it’s strong,” Ria smiled.
That evening turned into three hours of laughter, connection, and something beautifully unexpected. Rahul walked Ria home under a sky dusted with stars. Outside her door, he nervously asked for her number. She smiled, scribbled it on his palm with her pen.
The next day came their first date. Then daily calls. Weekly meetings. And so, began three blissful years of love.
Chapter 2: From Sparks to Fire
Their love blossomed with every passing season.
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Sunset picnics by the Yamuna, where laughter echoed as birds flew above.
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Lazy Sundays curled up with movies, popcorn, and shared blankets.
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Adventurous trips across India, from Rishikesh’s rivers to Jaipur’s palaces, painting memories on the canvas of time.
Rahul realized Ria was no longer just part of his story — she was the story.
On the exact day they had met — three years earlier at Platform 3 — Rahul planned something special. He brought her back to that very platform.
As the train rumbled past, he knelt on one knee, a small box in hand.
“Ria, from a chance collision to my constant heartbeat… will you marry me?”
Tears welled in Ria’s eyes as she nodded, whispering, “Yes. A thousand times yes.”
Applause erupted from strangers nearby, some of whom remembered that fateful evening years ago. The magic was undeniable.
Chapter 3: The Wedding – Platform 3 to Forever
Exactly one year after that unforgettable proposal, their dream wedding unfolded at a luxurious garden resort overlooking Delhi’s skyline.
Over 500 guests gathered, including the station staff who had unknowingly witnessed their beginning.
Ria looked breathtaking in an elegant red lehenga, her green eyes sparkling with joy, her hair adorned with fresh jasmine flowers. Rahul, dressed in a cream sherwani and matching turban, couldn’t take his eyes off his bride.
Highlights of the celebration:
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Rahul’s baraat arrived to a live band playing their favorite romantic song.
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Ria walked down the aisle, her father holding back happy tears.
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Varmala exchanged, sacred vows taken, sindoor placed.
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Emotional speeches, laughter, and Rahul and Ria’s first dance as husband and wife.
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A surprise slideshow that traced their love from Platform 3 to that very moment.
As the night ended, Rahul whispered in her ear:
“From a chance encounter to eternal love… my heart belongs to you forever.”
Ria replied, her voice full of warmth:
“Mine belongs to you too. Platform 3 was just the beginning.”
Chapter 4: Honeymoon Bliss – Island Paradise
Their honeymoon in the Maldives was nothing short of a dream.
They stayed in a private overwater villa with glass floors revealing vibrant marine life below.
Days were filled with:
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Sunset cruises, champagne in hand, kisses under golden skies.
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Snorkeling among coral reefs and curious tropical fish.
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Couple spa sessions on the beach, serenity echoing in the waves.
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Candlelit dinners on private shores, hearts full and hands entwined.
One evening, Rahul planned an underwater scavenger hunt, ending with a coral reef sign that read: “I Love You.”
Ria laughed, then wrote “Forever Yours” in the sand. Rahul drew a heart around it.
On their final night, a floating pontoon awaited in the middle of the sea, glowing with candlelight. As music drifted on the wind, Rahul turned to Ria:
“Our love began at Platform 3… but this week, I’ve truly arrived home – with you.”
Ria’s eyes brimmed with tears. She held his hand.
“Mine arrived home with you too, Rahul. Forever entwined.”
Chapter 5: Baby on Board – The Miracle
Exactly nine months later, the next chapter arrived — wrapped in the tiniest onesie with the words “Coming soon…” inside a gift box.
A positive pregnancy test beside it.
Rahul’s eyes widened in awe.
“WE’RE HAVING A BABY?!”
Ria nodded, tears in her eyes. They embraced as joy washed over them.
From that moment on, they dreamed together — names, lullabies, nursery colors.
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Rahul loved the name Aarav, after Ria’s brother — peaceful and grounded.
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Ria was fond of Kiara, a name that echoed elegance and strength.
As the months passed, Ria glowed and Rahul stood by her side through every check-up, craving, and late-night baby talk.
At 12 weeks, they shared the news. Family and friends celebrated, even throwing them a surprise baby shower.
Epilogue: Platform 3 – The Beginning of Everything
The story that began with a fateful collision at Platform 3 turned into a saga of timeless love.
From casual coffees to wedding vows, from starlit honeymoons to the miracle of parenthood — Rahul and Ria’s journey was a beautiful reminder that the most unexpected moments often lead to the most unforgettable stories.
And now, with baby Kiara nestled between them, Rahul whispered once more:
“Thank you, Platform 3. You gave me everything I never knew I needed.”
Ria smiled and whispered back:
“Forever started with you. And it’s only just begun.”
