Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai: Abhira and Armaan tie the knot

The episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai tonight commences with Yuvraj contacting Armaan and informing him of the surprise – he must attend the marriage ceremony of Abhira and himself. Armaan reacts with anger, recalling Yuvraj's threat to make Abhira's teacher pay for slapping him. Yuvraj coldly warns Armaan that consequences await, concluding the call after revealing Abhira tied to a chair.

Meanwhile, Dadi urges Ruhi to join the mehendi ceremony. Simultaneously, Armaan, seething with worry, grabs the car keys and departs. Vidya, playing the role of a concerned Saas, reassures Ruhi about her future with Rohit, while Yuvraj revels in his sinister plans for Abhira. Armaan, on the road, fervently prays for Abhira's safety.

In a dramatic turn of events, Abhira manages to break free from her restraints and confronts Yuvraj, berating him. Yuvraj, infuriated, lashes out at his henchman and orders Abhira's release. Meanwhile, Armaan converses with Dadi, emphasizing the urgency of his departure. Despite objections from Rohit and others, Armaan prioritizes the mission over the impending marriage.Vidya, as a motherly figure, applies auspicious mehendi to Ruhi, who remains emotionally torn. Yuvraj, holding Akshu at gunpoint, forces Abhira into a difficult choice. Abhira, cornered, contemplates marrying Yuvraj to save her mother's life. Armaan intensifies his efforts to locate and rescue them.

As the tension escalates, Yuvraj reveals his sadistic intentions and manipulates Abhira emotionally. Meanwhile, Armaan receives a tip about Yuvraj's whereabouts from the police. Akshu, in a brave attempt to thwart Yuvraj's plans, stages a chemical burn on Abhira's hand, buying them some time.

The situation becomes dire as Yuvraj discovers the ruse and issues a chilling ultimatum. Abhira, in a self-sacrificing move, agrees to marry Yuvraj to save her mother. Armaan, armed with newfound information, races against time to intervene.

In a parallel narrative, Suwarna empathetically advises Ruhi against marrying Rohit, highlighting the unfairness to him. However, Ruhi, driven by her unyielding love for Armaan, chooses to endure the pain for the chance to be near him. The episode takes a heart-wrenching turn as Akshu, in a bid to protect her daughter, takes a bullet meant for Armaan. Abhira, witnessing her mother's sacrifice, is devastated.

Precap: 

 The preview hints at Akshu's last wish – for Armaan to marry Abhira. The emotional turmoil continues with Abhira and Armaan tying the knot in a hospital ward, while Ruhi and Rohit also embark on their marital journey.