VARMAALA (Sat 10 July evening)

Varmala (Exchange of Garlands): The bride comes into the mandap wearing a richly embroidered silk and gold worked lehnga (long gathered skirt), a kurti and a beautifully worked dupatta with which she covers her head. The bridal outfit is traditionally in tones of red, maroon , crimson and saffron. The bride and groom stand opposite each other and midst chanting by the priest, the bride garlands the groom, signifying that he is her choice of husband. He reciprocates in the same manner.

Naresh bringing in the bride for varmaala	Var-Vadhu are seated
Sunita offers the varmaala to her var	The proud moment
The Blessed Couple
The Bride

Dhukao Tasveerein-groomside