The bridegroom (in car), his family and friends, await their welcome a short distance away from the bride's home

Relatives and friends of the bride wait at the entrance of the bride's home as the Pundit and family members walk over to welcome the groom and his family

The bridegoom's arrival is celebrated by his family and friends

Friends and family of the bride and bridegroom

The bride's side warmly welcome the bridegroom's side

The bride's side warmly welcome the bridegroom's side

Ceremonial offerings

A relative of the bride greets the bridegroom and performs a small ceremony at the entrance of the bride's home

The bride's relatives perform a small ceremony