The bride’s hand is positioned atop the groom’s such that as the brother (or close male relative) pours the rice, it will flow through the bride’s fingers and onto the groom’s. The assistance of the brother in pouring the rice is symbolic of a good relationship and loving bond between the two families even after the wedding ceremony is concluded. After the rice has been poured, the couple walk around the fire together three times and sprinkle the rice into it.
