India celebrates Raksha Bandhan gleefully

Millions across the nation participate in the festival

It honors the bond between brothers and sisters

India celebrated Raksha Bandhan on Monday, with millions across the nation participating in the traditional festival that honors the bond between brothers and sisters. The festival, symbolizing love, protection, and unity, saw widespread celebrations in homes and public spaces alike.

Happy to have marked Raksha Bandhan with my young friends. pic.twitter.com/yWs32Sfon5

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 19, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined the festivities in Delhi, where school children tied rakhis on his wrist in a heartwarming ceremony. The event was a reflection of the festival’s core values of love and protection, with the Prime Minister expressing his gratitude for the affectionate gesture.

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Across the country, public figures and organizations marked the day with various events and messages. Social media platforms were flooded with expressions of love and gratitude, with many emphasizing the importance of family ties in fostering social harmony and unity.

The festival also served as a reminder of the cultural significance of Raksha Bandhan in Indian society, where the act of tying a rakhi symbolizes a sister’s wish for her brother’s well-being and the brother’s vow to protect her. This year, the celebrations highlighted themes of respect, mutual care, and the strengthening of relationships within families.

Raksha Bandhan continues to be a cherished tradition, bringing together people from all walks of life in a collective expression of familial love and commitment.