Mandap

The rite

Mandap puja blesses the wedding canopy before the varmala and pheras, calling Ganesh and the kul devata to the decorated structure. Pandit Mrityunjay Sharma does the North Indian mandap sthapana at home, hotel lawn, or marriage hall in Bengaluru with flowers, kalash, and short havan when fire rules allow.

Before the visit, clear a clean floor or table space, stack samagri from the WhatsApp list in one place, and keep drinking water ready for elders. Share gate code, parking notes, and society rules when you message so setup is calm across Bengaluru traffic.

Time at the house: 1–2 hours

Pandit Mrityunjay Sharma does this at the house in Bengaluru. The fee is not printed on this page. It is sent on WhatsApp with the material list.

Why families book it

Decor teams often finish late; a clear vidhi order helps photographers without rushing mantras.

Blesses the wedding space; it does not guarantee a trouble-free marriage.

Elders and children may sit nearby; the pandit pauses for brief Hindi notes so guests know when to offer flowers, ghee, or responses during mantras.

Share gotra, names, and your Bengaluru locality on WhatsApp so travel and samagri are confirmed before the day. The appointment form opens WhatsApp only; this page does not store your message.

When families ask

• On the wedding day before baraat departure or at the hall before guests arrive
• When the mandap is ready with four pillars and canopy
• When both families want one pandit for Hindi mantras
• When hotel asks for a short fire ritual on the lawn
• When you want the rite completed in one calm sitting without rushing the final arati and prasad

Short vidhi

1. Ganesh and kul devata invocation
2. Kalash sthapana at mandap corner
3. Thread and banana-tree pillar remembrance if used
4. Havan or deep-only alternative
5. Blessing for bride and groom seats
6. Aarti for family and decor team

The pandit confirms the order on WhatsApp before the visit.

Samagri

• Kalash, coconut, and mango leaves
• Flowers for pillars and canopy
• Roli, haldi, and rice
• Havan samagri if outdoor fire is approved
• Diya, ghee, and camphor
• Fruit and misri prasad

The exact list for your day is sent on WhatsApp. This page does not sell a kit and does not say materials are included in a fee.

Questions

Hall already has priest?

Coordinate roles on WhatsApp to avoid duplicate sankalp.

No havan allowed indoors?

Deep puja and flower offering substitute.

Late decor finish?

Message revised start time; pandit waits if agreed.

Destination wedding in Bengaluru hotel?

Yes; share hall name and parking.

Mandap vs vivah same person?

Often same pandit for full wedding package—ask when booking.

Photographer flash during havan?

Allowed if fire safety is maintained.