4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Lord Ganesha and Graha Shanti Pooja
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
❤Swagatam - Welcoming the groom ❤Kanya Agaman - Arrival of the bride ❤Antarpat - Cloth, removing which signifies two souls becoming one ❤Mala Arpana - Exchange of garlands ❤Hasta Milaap - Joining of the hands ❤Kanyadaan - Giving away the bride ❤Gath Bandhan - Tying the knot ❤Mangal Phera - Circling the sacred fire, rounds representing Dharma (righteousness), Artha (prosperity), Kama (intimacy), Moksha (freedom), harmony, strength and union ❤Saptapadi - Seven steps or vows ❤Sindoor - Groom anoints the bride with the auspicious red vermilion powder ❤Mangal Sutra - Sacred necklace offered by groom to the bride ❤Kansar Bhakshan - First meal after marriage ❤Ashirwaad - Blessings from all
7:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Part of temple's daily ritual