The bride's family bids her a tearful farewell before she departs for her husband's house. The bride's father gives her hand to her husband and tells him to take protect and take good care of her.

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The groom's mother holds the Quran above the head of her new daughter-in-law as she enters her new home for the first time after the wedding.

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The Chauthi is the fourth day after the wedding, when the bride visits the home of her parents. She receives a joyous welcome on this day.

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The Valimah is the lavish reception that the groom's family hosts after the Nikaah. The reception is held in a club, on the grounds of a Muslim gymkhana, or in a banquet hall. It is a joyous occasion that brings together the two families, their relatives and other well-wishers.

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