Rituals
of Raksha Bandhan :
The festival of Rakhi is eagerly awaited by brothers and sisters in
India. On this day sisters fast till they complete the ceremonies of
Rakhi. Dutifully following the tradition, sisters apply red tilak on
brother's forehead, tie the most beautiful Rakhi or Raksha and perform
an arti of him. After this brother is given a small sweet to eat. The
simple ceremony symbolizes sister's sincerest prayers for the health and
well being of their brother. Brothers too bless their sisters and
promise to protect their sister's honor at the cost of their life.
Brothers and sisters strive to perform Rakhi ceremonies in person and in
many families Rakhi is the time for joyous family reunion. However,
sisters who cannot manage to meet their brother send Rakhi by post. The
latest trend is to send E-Rakhi as more and more brothers and sisters
are hooked on to net.
Raksha Bandhan Celebrations :
Raksha Bandhan is a joyful family festival and its celebrations are
sober yet delightful. For siblings it is time to reflect and cherish the
shared memories of childhood and strengthen their relationship further
into an unshakable bond for life. Most cheerful part of Raksha Bandhan
celebrations is the exchange of gifts which take place. Sisters take it
as their cultural right to be pampered by best of Rakhi gifts or cash by
their caring brothers who are supposed to turn magnanimous on Rakhi.
They themselves are showered with affection, best wishes and loving
Rakhi Gifts. Best of festive food is relished by the family and
relatives who join in to be a part of joyful celebrations.
