Why do people release doves in certain occassions?Do you know?

i believe it represent peace, in singapore, no one release dove in whatever occasion, so im not sure what is the purpose, but however, i know that buddist do release animals into the wild for merits.. Cheers!

dove is white coloured and white denotes peace.thats why i think dove is considered as a symbol of peace.they are flown as a message of world peace and freedom to all.

Now a days it has become a ceremonial symbolic event...however in ancient times,I guess this must be symbolising peace and freedom both...

it is peaceful symbol

I'm not sure why people do that, but I think it's because they liking doing it.

I guess dove represents peace. So whenever they release doves on occasions like wedding, anniversaries, invocations, inauguration, etc. it is a symbol of giving out peace. Releasing is also a symbol of freedom which means freedom from war or any trouble so when you release a dove then it means that is the start of a life free from war and hence peaceful life ahead.