Rahul & Mili
Events
Thursday, March 21, 2024
GANESH STHAPANA, PITHI, & GRAH SHANTI CEREMONY
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Any form of yellow, orange or light pastel color attire.
Ganesh Sthapana: Ganesh Puja (prayer) is performed in Hindu Families and is held a day before the wedding to bless the proceedings. This prayer is performed mainly for good luck as Lord Ganesh is believed to be the destroyer of obstacles and evils. The ceremony prepares the couple for a new beginning. Pithi also known as Haldi: A ritual holy bath where Turmeric, oil, and water are applied to both the bride and groom. The mixture is believed to bless the couple before the wedding. The auspiciousness of this ingredient and color bring prosperity to the couple to start off their new life together. Grah Shanti: A pre-wedding ritual, performed to remove all obstacles and bring happiness and prosperity into the lives of the couple. This prayer is performed to ensure that the 9 planets get rid of all the negative energy and are aligned for both the bride and groom in order to live a happy life together.
SANGEET
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Colorful Attire
A Sangeet ceremony is a traditional pre-wedding ceremony involving singing and dancing with the couple and their family and friends to celebrate the onset of their new journey together. Expect a DJ, choreographed dances, and a rainbow of opulent outfits. DINNER WILL BE PROVIDED
Friday, March 22, 2024
BARAAT
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Traditional Indian
A celebratory wedding procession for the groom involving live music and dancing to meet his bride.
WEDDING
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Traditional Indian
LUNCH TO FOLLOW AT TAJ RESTAURANT
COCKTAIL HOUR
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
RECEPTION
7:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Traditonal Indian, Black Tie, Formal Wear (dresses, suites, etc)
DINNER WILL BE PROVIDED