The core Hindu ceremony, Vedic ritual led by a priest (pandit) at a mandap (traditional canopy) around a sacred fire. It will begin with Ganesh puja to remove obstacles, followed by kanyadaan (the bride’s mother giving her daughter in marriage). The couple then will perform the four steps around the fire, each symbolizing a marital vow — which is the legally binding moment under Hindu law. The groom ties the mangalsutra (sacred necklace) around the bride’s neck, and she applies sindoor (vermillion) to her hair parting. The ceremony will conclude with vidaai, the bride’s emotional farewell to her family. In short, the ceremony will blend spiritual vows, symbolic acts, and family blessings, marking the couple’s union in front of gods, witnesses, and loved ones.