In 2015, Rutt moved from Delaware to Macon, Georgia, to be closer to extended family and to pursue a degree in biomedical engineering at Mercer University. At the same time, Riya, originally from Camilla, Georgia, also began her studies at Mercer, working toward a bachelor’s degree in biology. For the first three years, Rutt and Riya were just friends within the same friend group, often study buddies since they shared many classes. Before long, they became each other's confidants, and their friendship blossomed into love. Both graduated in 2019, with Rutt continuing on for a master’s in biomedical engineering while Riya started medical school, both at Mercer. After completing his master’s, Rutt began medical school in 2021. Soon after, Rutt proposed in New York City with Riya's parents’ blessing, with his parents being excitedly involved in the preparations. In July 2023, Riya started residency in Macon. Throughout this challenging decade, Rutt and Riya have formed lasting friendships in Macon, exploring local festivals such as the Cherry Blossom Festival, Macon Burger Week, Macon Film Festival, and the Macon Christmas Light Extravaganza. They frequently attended cultural events at the Umiya Mataji Mandir, with Riya's favorite being Navratri, making Macon a place that will always be near and dear to their hearts. Neither could have achieved their goals without the other’s unwavering support. From cooking late-night meals to helping with chores, providing emotional encouragement, and ensuring the other is always laughing with their dorky jokes, they’ve prioritized their love and relationship. Over the years, they’ve integrated their lives and explored new hobbies together, with Riya introducing Rutt to Bollywood movies and Rutt sharing his passion for sports. Their wedding is a celebration of their deep bond and a promise to continue this journey together, forever. __________________________ Surrounded by the love and support of our cherished families, we are beyond excited to invite you to join us in celebrating the most special day of our lives! With immense joy and gratitude, we will be hosting a memorable wedding weekend at the elegant Hyatt Regency in downtown Atlanta, Georgia. We have thoughtfully designed this website to ensure that you have all the important details at your fingertips. As you explore, we hope you will enjoy a glimpse into our journey through the photo gallery. Should you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to reach out. Our contact information can be found in the "Contact Us" section. To help us create a seamless experience for everyone, we kindly ask that you RSVP at your earliest convenience so that we can make the proper arrangements for your accommodations. Each one of you is special to us, and having you with us to share in this milestone would mean the world. Your love, support, and presence truly enrich this momentous occasion, and we are deeply grateful for all of it.