Sammandhi Mariyathai :

The families of the newly-weds exchange clothes and other gifts befitting their status during this ceremony.

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Laaja Homam :

The groom accepts popped rice from the bride's brother and offers it to the sacred fire or Agni. The blessings of Agni are sought as fire stands for the divine power and light of God.

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Paaladaanam :

The bride and groom seek the blessings of the senior members of the family by prostrating in front of them. They also offer them a gift of fruits and a token rupee.

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Grihapravesham :

The wedding rituals over, the bride is escorted to the groom's house. If he lives far from the venue, she is taken to the home of his nearest relative. She is welcomed into her new home with an aarati. Lunch is served at the venue after the newly-weds return.

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Reception :

After the series of religious ceremonies, the evening reception marks a tone of informality with the guests meeting the couple and conveying their best wishes to their families.

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Katta Saddam :

The next day after the 2 day affair, the boy's side leave the marriage hall and proceed to their respective homes. The bride's side bid adieu and provide them with all the condiments like rice, dal, tamarind, coffee powder, appalam, pickles etc. They also give packed cooked food which include coconut rice, lemon rice, tamarind rice and curd rice.

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