Bhubaneswar: Odisha is vibrant with colours, emotions, and festive treats as families celebrate Raksha Bandhan, honouring the bond between siblings. The spirit of love, protection, and togetherness is palpable as sisters tie Rakhis on their brothers’ wrists, exchanging promises of lifelong love and support.
Rakhi symbolises an unbreakable bond between brother and sister, with sisters seeking protection and brothers vowing to safeguard them. The festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm, and preparations are complete. According to tradition, sisters tie Rakhi on their brothers’ hands to strengthen their relationship and seek protection.
The market is filled with various types of Rakhis, including stone, crystal, chain, teddy, cartoon, and fancy ones, priced between Rs 30 to Rs 400. Special Rakhis like Jagannath Rakhi, Cartoon Rakhi, Om Rakhi, and Mayurpuchh Rakhi made of cotton and cloth are also available.
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo extended warm wishes and appealed to the people to adopt Swadeshi Rakhi and gifts, supporting the “Vocal for Local” initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Some quotes on Rakhi
- “A sibling is a little bit of childhood that can never be lost.”
- “Rakhi is not just a thread, it’s a bond of love and protection.”
- “Brothers and sisters are as close as hands and feet.”
- “The bond between siblings is unbreakable, just like the thread of Rakhi.”
- “Sisters are the best friends we have in life.”
- “Raksha Bandhan is a celebration of the eternal bond between a brother and sister.”
- “Love, trust, and protection – the essence of Rakhi.”
