Raksha Bandhan 2024: Several children from a school in Delhi tied handmade rakhis to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan 2024.
Sporting a white kurta and light green jacket, PM Modi was seen interacting with the students as they tied rakhis on him, one at a time.
#WATCH | Delhi | School students tie ‘Rakhi’ to PM Narendra Modi, on the festival of ‘Raksha Bandhan’
(Source: DD) pic.twitter.com/yqUQq3DLuv
— ANI (@ANI) August 19, 2024
Raksha Bandhan 2024: Significance
The core theme of Raksha Bandhan revolves around the bond between brothers and sisters, symbolising protection and mutual respect. The festival has ancient roots in Hindu tradition and is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Shravana (usually August).
It carries various mythological and historical stories, including the tale of the goddess Lakshmi tying a rakhi to King Bali for protection and prosperity.