2. Hindu Ceremony

1. Baraat
The groom arrives on a horse in the form of a parade.

2. Milni
The bride's family receives The groom and his family.

3. Var Puja
The Bride's Mother welcomes the groom with arti and flowers.

4. Jai Mala
The bride and The groom garland each other to signify mutual acceptance.

5. Sehra
A member of the Groom's family recites a verse, introducing the groom's family.

6. Sanesh Puja
The marriage ceremony begins with an invocation of Lord Ganesha for success in all phases of life followed by Navgraha pujan, a calling of all nine planets for peace and prosperity.

7. Arrival of the Bride
The bride is brought to the stage accompanied by her Mamaji (Mother's brother) and Sisters.

8. Kanya Dan
The bride's Father gives her away by placing her hand in that of the groom . The groom holds the bride's hand in a gesture of everlasting love. Gath Bandhan & Phere - The bride and the groom are joined together by tying a corner of their outer garments, symbolizing the bond of marriage. The couple walks around the sacred fire seven times, making it a witness of their union as husband and wife. Here, the Bride's sister will read a passage from the Geeta (Holy Scriptures).

9. Sapta Padi
The bride and The groom take seven symbolic steps together in a promise of lifetime friendship and fidelity. Each step asks for the Lord's blessings in the following;

May the Lord lead us to sustenance
May the Lord lead us to strength
May the Lord lead us to prosperity
May the Lord lead us to the source of all bliss
May the Lord lead us to good progeny
May the Lord lead us to enjoy all the seasons and longevity
May the Lord lead us to union, devotion, and companionship

10. Sindoor Daan
The Groom puts Sindoor (red powder) in the parting of the Bride's hair to welcome her into his life as his eternal partner.

11. Anguthi Rasam
The bride and The groom exchange rings. Aashirvad - Family and Friends bless the couple by showering them with flowers.