The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu in her message on the eve of Raksha Bandhan says: -

“On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, I extend my heartiest greetings to all Indians living in India and abroad.

The festival of Raksha Bandhan has been an integral part of our culture and tradition since ancient times. The rakhi thread, tied around the wrist with faith, has been regarded as a sacred bond of protection, known as ‘Raksha Bandhan’. In many shlokas and mantras, we find the words “Rakshe, Ma Chala, Ma Chala”. These words express the imploration, “May this bond of protection continue forever”.

Raksha Bandhan has become popular as a social festival in which sisters tie a Rakhi on the wrists of brothers and their siblings. This symbolises the feelings of warmth, respect and mutual responsibility not only between brothers and sisters but also among siblings, families, friends and the society. This festival reminds us that every relationship rests on the pillars of trust, sensitivity and mutual cooperation.

On this auspicious occasion, let us pledge to strengthen the bonds amongst our families and our communities. Let us march forward with this spirit towards a Viksit Bharat”.

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MJPS/SS/PRK