In marriages, the pre-wedding ceremony is an important part of the overall wedding festivities. It typically includes various rituals and celebrations like Engagement Ceremony, Mehendi, Haldi, Sangeet that take place before the actual wedding day.
In an Odia Hindu marriage, both the bride and the groom's families follow a series of rituals and customs that are believed to strengthen the bond between the two families. Here are some of the main rituals involved:
Pick a date that is convenient for both families and select a venue that can accommodate all the guests. It can be at your home or a traditional venue like a Vibha Mandap, Banquet Hall, Hotel or a more intimate setting like a garden open field etc.
Jai Badhi Anukuḷa ceremony marks the initiation of marriage rituals which happens in the bridegroom's house. This is followed by the distribution of invitation cards.
Make a list of all the people you want to invite to the ceremony. Keep in mind that this is usually a family event, so it is best to limit the invites to close relatives and friends.