What is choora ceremony?

Choora ceremony is a traditional ritual in Punjabi weddings, especially Sikh weddings, where the bride is given a set of red and ivory bangles to wear on her wedding day. The ceremony is usually held on the morning of the wedding day and is attended by close family members and friends.

During the choora ceremony, the bride's maternal uncle or aunt helps her put on the bangles while other married women from the family sprinkle milk and rose petals on her hands. The bangles are a symbol of the bride's marital status and are believed to bring good luck and prosperity to the couple's married life.

The choora ceremony is a joyous occasion filled with music, dance, and laughter. It is a way for the bride's family to show their love and support for her as she begins her new journey as a married woman. After the ceremony, the bride typically keeps the bangles on for a certain period of time, usually ranging from 40 to 52 days, depending on the family's customs. At the end of this period, the bride's husband removes the bangles and replaces them with new ones to signify the end of the choora ceremony.