Shashti abda purti
The 60th birthday of Dr. Radhakrishnan and Jaya
Part II









After the ritual ablutions, the "bride" wears special clothes. Her husband ties a new tali (mangal sutra) around her neck. They exchange garlands and perform a ritual yaga.  Tampa Temple, c.1997











Receiving ritual gifts from their sons, Raja and Shiva, and their daughter, Nila.

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