Holika is associated with fertility, marriage, and birth; hence, she is treated like a new bride. Accordingly, all the rituals that are performed for the bride during a Koli wedding are also performed for Holika.
The ground where the tree trunk is installed is purified using cow dung and holy water. The tree trunk is erected by placing it in a hole dug in the ground and secured into position using ropes.
The trunk is smeared with haldi (turmeric); similar to how a prospective bride is smeared with turmeric during the haldi chadavane (haldi ceremony) before a Koli wedding.
The chakki (grinding stone) is used in various ceremonies to represent strength, stability, and the enduring nature of marriage. During the wedding ceremonies, the bride and groom may place their feet or stand on the grinding stone, symbolizing their firm commitment to the vows they are making.
After the conclusion of the haldi (turmeric) ceremony, the bride and groom are washed with water. Earlier in the day, women in the family collect water from a well in several pots. Before using it for this purpose, the water is consecrated through prayers and rituals.