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Create a graceful shaadi card with Shri Ganesh blessing, names, muhurat and venue, then share it on WhatsApp with family and friends.

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Messages to send

  • With the blessings of our elders, we are delighted to invite you and your family to the wedding of our son [Groom] with [Bride] on [Date] at [Venue]. Your presence will make the occasion special.

  • Respected [Name] ji, we humbly request you to grace the wedding of [Groom] and [Bride] on [Date] and bless the couple. Card attached.

  • Save the date! [Groom] and [Bride] are getting married on [Date] in [City]. Formal invitation to follow.

  • Hi [Name], I am getting married! It would mean a lot to have you there on [Date] at [Venue]. Please come!

  • Dear friends, our daughter [Bride] is getting married to [Groom] on [Date]. Please join us with your family and shower your blessings.

  • It gives us immense joy to invite you to the auspicious marriage ceremony of our children. Details are in the card. Kindly confirm your presence.

  • Shaadi pakki! [Groom] weds [Bride] on [Date]. We will be waiting for you at [Venue]. Please come with family.

  • Please join us for the mehendi and sangeet on [Date] from [Time] at [Venue]. Come ready to dance!

  • Haldi ceremony tomorrow at [Time] at our home. Please wear yellow and come early!

  • Gentle reminder: the wedding of [Groom] and [Bride] is tomorrow, [Date]. Hast melap at [Time]. Venue location: [Venue]. See you there.

  • Reminder: Reception tonight at [Time] at [Venue]. Looking forward to seeing you.

  • Namaste [Name] ji, we have sent the wedding card for [Groom] and [Bride]. We will also call you personally. Your blessings are most important to us.

  • Dear colleagues, I am getting married on [Date]. I would be very happy if you could join the reception on [Date] at [Venue].

  • Our family is celebrating a new beginning. Please join us for the wedding of [Groom] and [Bride] and make the day memorable.

  • With folded hands, the [Surname] family invites you to the wedding ceremony. Your presence is our honour.

  • Kindly RSVP by [Date] so that we can make proper arrangements for you and your family. Thank you!

  • For guests travelling from outside: stay has been arranged at [Hotel]. Please share your arrival details with [Contact].

  • A small change: the reception time is now [Time]. The venue remains the same. Sorry for the inconvenience.

  • Thank you for being part of our wedding and blessing us. Your presence made the day truly special. With love, [Groom] and [Bride].

  • Heartfelt thanks to all our relatives and friends for attending the wedding and for your warm wishes. The [Surname] family.

  • Thank you for your love, gifts and blessings. We will always remember that you were there for us. Please keep blessing the couple.

  • The countdown has begun! Only 10 days to go for [Groom] and [Bride]'s wedding. We can't wait to celebrate with you.

  • Mandap muhurat and grah shanti puja on [Date] at [Time] at our home. Close family is requested to be present.

The wedding card sets the tone

In Indian families, the wedding invitation is the first real announcement of the celebration. Traditionally the first card is placed before Lord Ganesh or the family deity, and only then are the rest sent out. Even today, when many invitations travel by WhatsApp, families take great care with the wording, the names and the order in which relatives are mentioned.

A digital wedding card does not replace the warmth of a personal visit to elders, but it makes sure every guest has the correct details on their phone, and it reaches relatives in other cities and abroad on the same day.

What to include in a wedding invitation

  • Blessing line at the top, such as "|| Shri Ganeshaya Namah ||" or the name of your kuldevi.
  • Names of the groom and bride, often with parents' names, for example "Chi. Rohan (son of Smt. and Shri Mahesh Shah)".
  • Date and day of the wedding, along with the muhurat or hast melap time if you wish.
  • Venue, with the name of the hall or party plot and the area.
  • Inviting family, usually the grandparents or parents, with the family surname.
  • RSVP or contact, and a note about the reception or other functions.

If you have several functions such as mehendi, haldi, sangeet, mandap muhurat and reception, you can either make one main card or a separate card for each function. Many families send the main card first and then a simple card for each event closer to the date.

Traditional wording versus modern wording

Traditional

Traditional cards speak on behalf of the elders and invite guests to bless the couple. A typical line is: "With the blessings of the Almighty and our elders, we cordially invite you and your family to grace the auspicious occasion of the marriage of our son." In Gujarati families, words like Chi. (Chiranjeevi) for the groom and Chi. Sau. Ka. for the bride are common, and North Indian cards often use Ayushman and Ayushmati.

Modern

Modern cards are often written in the voice of the couple and are warm and short: "Together with our families, we are getting married and would love for you to be there." These work well for friends, colleagues and younger relatives.

There is no rule that you must choose one style. Many families send a traditional card to relatives and a modern one to friends.

Sample format

|| Shri Ganeshaya Namah ||

Wedding Invitation. Chi. Rohan weds Chi. Sau. Ka. Priya. With the blessings of our elders, we request your gracious presence at the wedding ceremony on Sunday, 6 December 2026 at 7:00 PM, Shubh Party Plot, S.G. Highway, Ahmedabad. With best compliments from Smt. Nita and Shri Mahesh Shah and family.

When to send and how to remind

  1. Save the date: two to three months ahead, especially for destination weddings or guests who must travel.
  2. Main invitation: three to four weeks before the wedding.
  3. Function-wise cards: about a week before, with timings for each event.
  4. Reminder: one or two days before, with the venue location.
  5. Thank-you message: within a few days after the wedding.

Etiquette to keep in mind

Call elders and very close relatives personally before or along with sending the card. Send cards individually rather than in large groups wherever possible, as it feels more personal. Spell every name carefully, and ask a family member to check the card before sharing. If the wedding is only for close family, mention it gently so that no one feels confused. And never forget to invite the neighbours who help so much during the preparations.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Wrong or missing day: always write the day with the date, such as "Sunday, 6 December 2026". It helps people catch errors.
  • Confusing timings: if the wedding runs late into the night, write "Hast melap: 11:30 PM" and "Dinner: from 8:00 PM" separately so guests know when to arrive.
  • Too much text: a phone screen is small. Keep the main card short and send extra details, like hotel bookings or parking, as a separate message.
  • Forgetting the location: send a location pin with the card, especially for farmhouses and party plots outside the city.
  • Missing names of elders: in many families, grandparents are mentioned first as the inviting elders. Check with the family before finalising.

A message to send along with the card

A card alone can feel impersonal. Add a line or two of your own, such as: "Namaste Kaka and Kaki, with the blessings of the family, Rohan's wedding is fixed for 6 December. Please do come with the whole family. The card is attached, and Papa will also call you." For friends, something like "The big day is finally here! Please block 6 December, we will be waiting for you" works well. You will find many more ready messages in the list below this article.

Printed card and digital card together

Many families now print a small number of cards for elders, the family deity and very close relatives, and use the digital card for everyone else. This saves money and paper without losing the traditional feeling. If you do both, make sure the wording, dates and venue on the two cards match exactly.

How to make a wedding card on this site

  1. Enter the groom's name and the bride's name. They appear joined with "weds".
  2. Add the date, time and venue.
  3. Enter the inviting family's names under "With best compliments from".
  4. Pick an invitation line or write your own.
  5. Add an RSVP number or a short note if needed.
  6. Preview, download and share on WhatsApp.

You can make the card again as many times as you like, so feel free to create separate versions for relatives and friends.

Frequently asked questions

What should be written at the top of a Hindu wedding card?

Most families begin with a blessing such as || Shri Ganeshaya Namah || or the name of their family deity. You can edit the top line on this card to match your tradition.

How early should I send a wedding invitation?

Send a save-the-date two to three months ahead if guests need to travel, the main invitation three to four weeks before, and a reminder one or two days before the wedding.

Is it okay to invite relatives only on WhatsApp?

For most guests a digital card is fine. For elders and very close relatives, it is polite to also call them personally or visit with a printed card.

What do Chi. and Chi. Sau. Ka. mean on a Gujarati wedding card?

Chi. stands for Chiranjeevi, a blessing for long life used before the groom's name. Chi. Sau. Ka. stands for Chiranjeevi Saubhagyakankshini, used before the bride's name.

Can I make separate cards for mehendi, sangeet and reception?

Yes. Make the main card first, then change the heading line, date, time and venue to create a card for each function.

What should I send after the wedding?

A short thank-you message to guests for their presence and blessings is a lovely gesture. You will find ready thank-you messages in the list on this page.