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India Celebrates Raksha Bandhan – A Festival of Sibling Love and Trust

Raksha Bandhan, observed on the full moon of the Hindu month Shravana, honors the bond between brothers and sisters.

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Key Points

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Raksha Bandhan means ‘protective bond’ and is celebrated in August.

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Leaders used the occasion to call for respect, safety and empowerment of women.

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The tradition includes tying a rakhi, offering sweets, and promising lifelong support.

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It reflects India’s rich cultural heritage and promotes family unity.

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Celebrations are shared across many families in India and Nepal.

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Summary

Sisters tie a coloured thread called a rakhi on their brothers' wrists, and brothers promise protection and give gifts.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and other leaders shared greetings, emphasizing harmony, cultural values and respect for women.

The festival is also celebrated in Nepal, with families exchanging sweets, gifts and good wishes.

It highlights affection, mutual trust and the cultural heritage of India.

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New Words to Learn

7 words
affection
a gentle feeling of love and care
prosperity
having success, health and happiness
heritage
the traditions and customs that people inherit from previous generations
empowerment
helping someone feel strong and able to make decisions
vigilant
watchful and careful to keep people safe
cultural
related to the ways a group of people live and celebrate
sacred
very important and respected, often because of tradition
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