ಅಕ್ಷರಾಭ್ಯಾಸ
Akshara Abyasa (Vidyarambha) begins a child’s education. After Ganapati and Saraswati pooja, the child’s hand is guided to write the first letters — traditionally in a tray of rice, and then on a slate — while the appropriate mantras are recited.
The full samagri list is sent in writing once the date is confirmed.
It is usually performed between the ages of two and five, before formal schooling begins.
Vijayadashami and Vasant Panchami are the most auspicious days, but any suitable muhurta may be chosen.
Most requestedಗೃಹಪ್ರವೇಶ
The housewarming ceremony performed before a family occupies a new home — Ganapati pooja, Vaastu shanti, kalasha sthapana and the first boiling of milk.
Most requestedವಿವಾಹ
The complete Vedic marriage ceremony — nandi, kanyadana, panigrahana, mangalya dharana, saptapadi and the concluding rites.
Most requestedನಾಮಕರಣ
The naming ceremony, in which the child is formally given a name after Ganapati pooja, punyahavachana and the naming rite itself.