What Is Matkor?
Matkor is a traditional pre-wedding ritual in parts of North India where family members collect sacred soil, often from near a pond or temple, to be used in wedding rituals.
The word “Matkor” refers to digging earth (mati).
When Is It Held?
Matkor is typically held one or two days before the wedding, often before the Haldi ceremony.
Who Typically Celebrates It?
Matkor is common in:
- Bihar
- Uttar Pradesh
- Jharkhand
- Some Bhojpuri communities
It is less common outside these regions.
What Happens During the Matkor Ceremony?
Female relatives gather, sing traditional songs, and ceremonially dig soil that will later be used in wedding rituals. It is a community-oriented and culturally rich event.
Is It Optional or Regional?
Matkor is strongly regional and specific to certain North Indian communities. It is not practiced in most Western or South Indian Hindu weddings.