Kanyadaan

Kanyadaan is a traditional Hindu wedding ritual where a father formally gives his daughter’s hand in marriage to the groom. It symbolizes the daughter's transition from her father’s guardianship to her husband's care and signifies the father's blessing for her new life. The act involves the father placing the bride’s hand into the groom’s and offering her with auspicious blessings. This ceremony reflects deep respect, trust, and the importance of family bonds, emphasizing the bride's role and the collective well-wishes for her happiness and well-being in her married life.