On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, Sadhvi Ritambhara, founder of Param Shakti Peeth and Vatsalyagram, tied a rakhi to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Delhi on Monday. The symbolic gesture emphasized the bond of protection and brotherhood celebrated during this traditional Hindu festival.
Rajnath Singh also celebrated Raksha Bandhan earlier in the day with Usha Rana from Rashtriya Sainik Sansthan and students from Samvid Gurukulam Girls Sainik School at his residence.
Meanwhile, in Kolkata, members of the transgender community marked the occasion by tying rakhis to West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose, highlighting the inclusive spirit of the festival.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to the nation, sharing his best wishes on social media. “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 and bring happiness, prosperity, and good fortune in life,” the Prime Minister wrote on X.
President Droupadi Murmu also conveyed her greetings, emphasizing the values of love and mutual trust that the festival represents. “On the auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all the countrymen. This festival instills affection and respect towards all sisters and daughters,” President Murmu said in her message.
Raksha Bandhan, celebrated across India, is a festival dedicated to the love and bond between siblings. On this day, sisters tie rakhis around their brothers’ wrists, and in return, brothers offer gifts as a symbol of love and protection. The festival, steeped in Indian tradition, has been observed for centuries, with references to this practice found in Hindu religious texts.
