Nischithartham

Nischitartham is the important event that takes place prior to marriage. t is quite a grand event, where both families get together and decide upon the wedding date and time (muhurtham) based on horoscopes and planetary positions.

Required Materials

Name
Quantity
Turmeric Powder
1 Packet
Kumkum
1 Packet
Sandalwood Paste / Powder
1 Packet
Agar Bathi (Incense sticks)
1 Packet
Camphor
1 Packet
Flowers
4 Bunches
Fruits
12 Bananas & 5 Variety fruits- 5 fruits for each variety
Flower Garlands
2
Beetle Leaves and nuts
Approx 30
Coconut
5
Rice
2 Lbs
Kalasa vastram
1 Towel or 1 Yards fabric
Sugar candy
1 Packet
Coins (quarters)
40
Prasadam
Rava Keasari
Dry Fruits
Few
Engagement Rings
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Other Pooja Materials from Home :

* Deepam (Lamp), Oil, MatchBox, Cotton Wicks.

* Kalasam, Panchapatra and Uddharini, Small Trays 2 nos.

* Big Trays 2 nos, Small Cups 5 nos.

* Asirvada New Dresses, Blankets 2 nos (For Guest Seating).

* Paper Napkins and paper Plates (Sufficient quantities).

* Aluminium Foil.