|
August 2, 2012 | Raksha Bandhan celebrated in North |
New Delhi:
Raksha Bandhan, the festival of love
between brothers and sisters, is being celebrated across the country today with
full enthusiasm. The central ceremony involves the tying of a sacred thread, Rakhi
by a sister on her brother's wrist. This symbolizes the sister's love and prayers
for her brother's well being, and the brother's vow to protect her long life.
President Pranab Mukherjee, Vice President Mohammad Hamid Ansari and Prime Minister
Dr. Manmohan Singh have greeted the nation on the occasion. President Mukherjee
in his message said Raksha Bandhan is the celebration of the unique relationship
that exists between brothers and sisters. "The tying of a Rakhi by a sister symbolizes
love, affection and mutual trust between sisters and brothers. May the spirit
of this festival strengthen fraternal feelings in our society, and remind us of
the importance of unity and harmony, as we strive collectively for the well-being
of our people," he added. In his message, Ansari said the festival promotes harmonious
social life by reaffirming our faith in the traditional values of love and protection.
He called upon the people to follow the ideals associated with this festival to
promote the spirit of amity, harmony and goodwill in our lives. "Rakshabandhan
signifies the protective bond between brothers and sisters and the celebration
of this festival plays an important role in spreading the message of unity and
harmony in our society," he said. In a separate message, Dr. Singh said that Raksha
Bandhan is a festival celebrated to strengthen the bonds of love and affection
in our family and society. "We should use this occasion to promote peace, harmony
and brotherhood in our country," he added.
|
|
|
|
Visit Indian Travel Sites
Goa,
Kerala,
Tamil Nadu,
Andhra Pradesh,
Delhi,
Rajasthan,
Uttar Pradesh,
Himachal Pradesh,
Assam,
Sikkim,
Karnataka,
Madhya Pradesh,
Jammu & Kashmir
Gujarat
Puducherry
|