Can Hindus get married in Gurudwara?

The Anand Karaj is a Sikh ceremony, and it is designed for two Sikh partners. It is not normally available to couples of other faiths, including Hindus. Each religious community has its own traditions and places of worship, and a Gurudwara will follow Sikh practice.

If you are Hindu, your wedding would typically take place in a Hindu temple, at a private home, or at a licensed venue. The ceremony would follow Hindu rites and be led by a priest. Many Hindu weddings are elaborate affairs with music, dancing and a large communal meal.

If you come from a mixed background, talk to both families and the places of worship involved. Some couples choose to hold separate ceremonies, one for each faith, so both traditions are honoured. Others choose a civil ceremony followed by a religious celebration that fits their beliefs.

Rules can vary between individual Gurudwaras, so check with the specific place of worship. For the legal side of any wedding in the UK, check GOV.UK or your local register office.