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In this ritual, the groom’s mother gives a saree to the bride while the bride’s father give pancheshalya to the groom which the couple wear for this
Ganesha puja is conducted initially.
In some customs, another ‘Mangalya’ is tied by the groom to the bride amidst mangalavadya.
5 banana leaves are arranged one in front of anotherand Chanadaal,papad and betel leaves are kept.
The bride’s brother holds a knife inserted into a lemon.This is said to ward off evils.
The bride’s mother holds a folded blouse piece with a plate of 5 deepa made of wheat flour on her head.
The bride’s mother and her brother go around the couple praying to the ‘Ashtadikhas” or eight directions seeking their blessings and promising to be with them always.
Sometimes 5 ladies also go around them.They are later on given betel leaves and
This event signifies that the girl’s parents are always there for her even after the marriage
After this the ‘UppuAane’ and ‘Akkiaana’ shastra is carried out.
A sketch of two elephants are drawn and little salt/Toor Dhaland moreof rice is placed on the sketch.
Just as rice and saltblend together in correct proportion, the lives of the couple should blend harmoniously.
The bride and the groom are made to stand holding hands and are made to say sweet words to each other.
The relatives enjoy this moment, taunting the couple.
Also the bride’s brother offers betel leaves and nuts to the couple,which is considered significant as they are eligible to eat “Yeleadike’ now onwards.
