Baraat: The groom's (Bride's and Groom's in our case) procession, where he arrives at the wedding venue accompanied by his family and friends, often with music and dancing.

Ponkhvu: The bride's mother welcomes the groom at the entrance by performing aarti and applying tilak (vermilion) on his forehead.

Kanya Agamana: The bride's arrival at the mandap, accompanied by her maternal uncle.

Jaimala: Exchange of flower garlands between the bride and groom as a symbol of mutual acceptance.

Kanya Daan: The ritual where the bride's parents formally give away their daughter to the groom, symbolizing the bride's transition to her new family.

Hasta Milap: The joining of the bride and groom's hands, symbolizing their union.

Mangal Pheras: The bride and groom walk around the sacred fire (Agni) four times, representing four goals of life: Dharma (duty), Artha (prosperity), Kama (love), and Moksha (liberation).

Saptapadi: The couple takes seven steps together, each step representing a marital vow.

Sindoor Daan and Mangalsutra Ceremony: The groom applies sindoor (vermilion) on the bride's hair parting and adorns her with a mangalsutra (sacred necklace), symbolizing her marital status.

Kansar: The couple feeds each other a mixture of sugar and yogurt, symbolizing the sweetness and happiness in their married life.

Ashirvad: Blessings are sought from the elders for the newly married couple.

Vidaai: The bride bids farewell to her family and leaves for her new home with the groom.

Griha Pravesh: The bride enters her new home for the first time, traditionally kicking a vessel of rice to symbolize abundance and prosperity.

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