Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant’s Wedding Guests To Receive Candles by Visually Impaired Artisans – News18

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s pre-wedding celebrations will take place in March.

The upcoming nuptials of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are more than just a celebration; they are a homage to the rich tapestry of traditional Indian art. Visually impaired artisans from Mahabaleshwar will be creating exquisitely handcrafted candles for the guests

The upcoming nuptials of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are more than just a celebration; they are a homage to the rich tapestry of traditional Indian art. Adding a distinctive meaning to the celebrations, visually impaired artisans from Mahabaleshwar will be crafting candles as special gifts for the guests.

In this beautiful collaboration, Swadesh is not only enhancing the splendor of the occasion but also uplifting communities and preserving the invaluable legacy of age-old craftsmanship. For the unversed, Swadesh stands as a tribute to the traditional arts and artisans of India, representing an earnest endeavor to safeguard and showcase the rich heritage of our country’s timeless arts and crafts. Rooted in the ethos of ‘Make in India,’ Swadesh extends admiration and support to the talented men and women who contribute to the cultural tapestry through their craft.

Anant Ambani, the son of Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, and Radhika Merchant, the daughter of Encore Healthcare CEO Viren Merchant’s wedding festivities are slated for 1-3 March, 2024 at the Reliance Greens in Jamnagar.

The couple officially got engaged during a Gol Dhana ceremony in Mumbai on January 19, 2023. In the Gujarati tradition, Gol Dhana, symbolizes the distribution of coriander seeds and jaggery, signifying engagement. During this ceremony, the bride, accompanied by her family, brings sweets and gifts to the groom’s house. The engagement ritual involves the exchange of rings, followed by seeking blessings from five married women from each family.

Anant, nurtured by parents Nita and Mukesh Ambani, completed his education at Brown University in the USA and has contributed to various roles at Reliance Industries, holding positions such as a board member for Jio Platforms and Reliance Retail Ventures. Radhika, the daughter of Shaila and Viren Merchant, holds a degree from New York University and serves as a Director on the Board of Encore Healthcare. Additionally, she is a proficient Indian classical dancer.