7:00 am - 7:30 am
This is an invocation to Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, to ensure a smooth wedding.
7:30 am - 7:45 am
In this ritual, Aditya pretends to run away from Aishwarya in pursuit of a spiritual life and she reluctantly takes him back.
7:45 am - 8:00 am
Aditya and Aishwarya exchange garlands and walk to the next event
8:00 am - 8:30 am
Aditya and Aishwarya sit on a swing together while family and friends sing and apply turmeric, kajal, etc. on them
8:30 am - 9:00 am
The parents come together to welcome all the guests and welcome Aditya and Aishwarya into their families
9:00 am - 9:30 am
During this ritual, Aditya and Aishwarya place a mixture of cumin and jaggery on each other’s head to signify that they will be inseparable through both the bitter and sweet times in life
9:30 am - 9:45 am
The two sets of parents join the hands of the bride and groom to signify the union
9:45 am - 10:15 am
No explanation needed :)
10:15 am - 10:30 am
Aditya ties the mangalyam around Aishwarya’s neck and Aishwarya places a ring on Aditya’s hand
10:30 am - 10:45 am
Aishwarya and Aditya pour rice on each other to signify the showering of happiness and joy on the couple throughout life
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Aishwarya and Aditya walk around the fire symbolizing they will lead and follow each other through life. They then take seven steps together and say their vows to each other, promising to care for each other throughout life
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Aishwarya and Aditya play little games with each other such as tossing coconuts, breaking papads, etc.