Destination weddings in India can cost upwards of Rs 20 lakh, often requiring loans or dipping into savings. This article explores the financial wisdom of investing this sum in Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) for 10 years. It highlights how Rs 20 lakh invested in SIPs, with a 12% expected return, could grow to Rs 38.09 lakh, offering long-term financial security for goals like buying a home or funding education, rather than short-term wedding memories.