The act of shaving hair is related to an ancient Hindu myth. There are many versions of this myth, but they are all about Vishnu, the patron saint. His head was cut by an axe and part of his hair began to fall off.
Another goddess gave him a strand of hair as a substitute. Vishnu is very grateful for this and will fulfill the wishes of pilgrims who dedicate their hair.
Some people think that during the period of 1 to 3 years old, the newborn's hair must be shaved. When children shave their hair, parents will invite others to dinner at home and donate money and clothes to the poor. In southern India, the custom of shaving hair is different. There are two famous Hindu temples in southern India-Tirutani and Tirupati.
Pilgrims will make a pilgrimage to these two temples and shave their heads. This is to dedicate my most precious thing to the gods as a thank you for wishing my wish come true. At the same time, it also shows that pilgrims put themselves down and gave themselves completely to the gods. Therefore, it can be said that the haircut ceremony is a manifestation of the humility of Hindus, in order to make their families live better-in the Hindu family system, family is more important than individuals.