In some families this chunni is a family heirloom, passed down from generation to generation.
She is also presented with jewellery, which her mother and sister-in-law help her wear.
For the bride the mehndi is sent by the future Mother in Law, which is beautifully decorated.This ceremony is an evening festival, at the couple's parental homes.It consists of many rites, the Batna, Choora, Jaggo fireworks and sometimes the Ladies Sangeet and Mehndi.A tiny dot of henna paste (mehndi) is applied to her palm for good luck, and the function is sealed with the exchange of rings.Everyone present congratulates the couple by feeding them sweets.