As India comes together to celebrate cherished festival of Raksha Bandhan President Droupadi Murmu and other national leaders extended heartfelt wishes to the people. They underscored the festival’s deep-rooted significance in Indian culture.
President Murmu praised Raksha Bandhan as a celebration of the bond between siblings, expressing her heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all countrymen, emphasizing the festival’s love, mutual trust, and affection towards all sisters and daughters. The President urged citizens to pledge safety and dignity for women on festival day, emphasizing the importance of collective responsibility in fostering a safe environment.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi too, took to X to extend his greetings. He wove a message of hope love and prosperity. “Best wishes to all countrymen on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, a festival symbolizing the immense love between brother and sister. May this holy festival bring new sweetness in relationships of all of you and happiness prosperity and good fortune in life,” he shared. He embraced the spirit of the festival that honors the unbreakable bond between siblings.
Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister, repeated similar ideas as well. He said a prayer for everyone’s happiness and prosperity. “Happy Raksha Bandhan, countrymen! May this festival bring you all the best wishes.” I pray for everyone’s happiness and success on this festival of unwavering love and devotion amongst brothers and sisters,” Shah wrote on social media. He embodied the harmony and common principles that Raksha Bandhan stands for.
This year Raksha Bandhan falls on Monday, August 19 continuing the tradition that has been celebrated for centuries. On this day, sisters tie rakhi a sacred thread, around their brothers’ wrists. This act symbolizes protection and care. In return brothers offer gifts. They reaffirm their vow to protect their sisters from any harm. Raksha Bandhan is more than just a ritual. It serves as a reminder of the enduring bonds that hold families together.
