Rathyatra · Varanasi
Tilak Ceremony (Phaldan) in Rathyatra
The pre wedding ceremony in which the bride's family applies tilak to the groom and offers shagun, performed with Ganesh Pujan and mantras by a Pandit at the groom's home. Book an experienced Pandit for your home or venue in Rathyatra, Varanasi.
- Location
- Rathyatra, Varanasi
- Duration
- 1 to 2 hours
- Where
- At your home or venue
- Dakshina
- Starting at ₹5,100
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Book Tilak Ceremony (Phaldan) in Rathyatra
- Dakshina
- Starting at ₹5,100
- Duration
- 1 to 2 hours
At home in Rathyatra
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Starting at ₹5,100
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Overview
Tilak Ceremony (Phaldan) for families in Rathyatra
The Tilak ceremony is one of the most important pre wedding rituals in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and among many Hindi speaking families. The men of the bride's family, usually her brother and father, visit the groom's home and apply tilak on his forehead, accepting him into the family.
Rathyatra is one of the best-known crossings in central Varanasi, linking Sigra, Mahmoorganj and the roads towards the south of the city. Its name comes from the traditional Rath Yatra fair of Lord Jagannath held in the area each year.
माङ्गल्यं तन्तुनानेन मम जीवनहेतुना।
कण्ठे बध्नामि सुभगे त्वं जीव शरदां शतम्॥
Planning Your Puja in Rathyatra
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How It Is Performed
Procedure
- 1Ganesh Pujan and kalash sthapana
- 2Sankalp
- 3Tilak on the groom
- 4Offering of shagun and phal
- 5Aarti and blessings
Usually included
- Experienced Pandit for the Tilak ceremony
- Ganesh Pujan, kalash sthapana and sankalp
- Mantras for the tilak and shagun
- Guidance on the customs of both families
Samagri
- Roli, akshat, haldi and moli
- Kalash, mango leaves and coconut
- Fruits, sweets and dry fruits for phaldan
- Clothes and gifts for the groom
- Betel leaves, supari and cloves
- Ganesh idol or image
- Flowers, garlands and a puja thali
- Ghee diya, incense and camphor
Samagri can be arranged on request for delivery in Rathyatra.
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Tilak Ceremony (Phaldan) in Rathyatra: FAQs
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Can a Pandit come to my home in Rathyatra for Tilak Ceremony (Phaldan)?
Yes. Share your location in Rathyatra, your preferred date and your family's tradition on WhatsApp. We confirm a Pandit who can come to your home, apartment or venue in and around Rathyatra, Varanasi, along with timing and pricing before you book.
How far in advance should I book Tilak Ceremony (Phaldan) in Rathyatra?
For popular muhurat dates and festival seasons, it helps to enquire a week or two ahead where possible. For other dates, shorter notice is often manageable, we confirm availability on WhatsApp.
How much does Tilak Ceremony (Phaldan) cost in Varanasi?
Tilak Ceremony (Phaldan) in Varanasi usually starting at ₹5,100 on average, for one Pandit and about 1 to 2 hours. The final dakshina depends on the number of Pandits, the vidhi, the chant count and whether samagri is arranged by us. Share your date and address on WhatsApp for an exact quote.
Can I get a Hindi speaking North Indian Pandit for Tilak Ceremony (Phaldan) in Rathyatra?
Yes. Many families in Rathyatra from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Delhi ask for a North Indian Pandit who performs Tilak Ceremony (Phaldan) in Hindi with the vidhi they grew up with. Tell us your tradition on WhatsApp and we confirm a suitable Pandit in Varanasi.
Where is the Tilak ceremony held?
Traditionally at the groom's home, where the bride's family visits. Many families now hold it in a banquet hall, and the Pandit can perform it there too.
Is Tilak the same as Roka?
No. Roka fixes the match between both families, while Tilak is a pre wedding ritual in which the bride's family applies tilak to the groom and offers shagun.
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