When the groom reaches the venue, the Milni occurs. This is the formal meeting of the two families. Corresponding relatives (e.g., the fathers of the bride and groom) embrace and exchange garlands or gifts, signifying the merging of the two clans. 3. The Main Ceremony: Sacred Vows

: The day often begins with a Ganesh Puja, a prayer to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, seeking his blessings for a successful marriage.