Unconditional Bond of
Love and Protection
Rakshabandhan is a festival celebrating the sacred, precious
and loving relation of a brother and sister, wherein the latter ties the
auspicious thread on the former’s wrist praying for his well-being while the
brother pledges to love and protect her sister against all the odds, harms,
troubles and difficulties. This frail of thread of rakhi is considered stronger
that binds the most beautiful relationship in an inseparable bond of love and
trust.
To this, Rahul Juneja, pursuing graduation, says, “Rakhi is a
special occasion to celebrate this emotional bonding by getting a holy thread
tied around the wrist. This thread, which pulsates with sisterly love and
sublime sentiments, is rightly called so. For me, it’s a precious bond of
protection that signifies that strong must protect the weak from all that’s
evil.”
On the positive note, many city folks feel that this ritual
not only strengthens the bond of love between brothers and sisters, but also
transcends the confines of the family.
Another youngster,
Suraj Malhotra, the eldest one of sisters, remarks, “Rakhi is the festival of
love, care and righteousness. It brings together people of all sects and is
much appreciated for this unifying element that it brings with it. As my sister
ties the bond of love, in turn, I acknowledge their unconditional love with a
promise to stand by them through all the good and bad times. For me, it’s an
opportunity to reunion and celebration.”
Jining the brigade, Anchal Singh a class 12 student, vocals,
“Rakhi instantly reminds me of fun-filled childhood days and my crazy. But
absolutely adorable brother. I fought with him, hated him and disclosed some of
his deep dark secrets but also my life wouldn’t be the same with out him. He
taught me how to protect myself: by showing me how I should talk to bullies and
even myself. And now even if he’s all grown up, I can look past the good and
bad childhood experience and appreciate him for the sensible man he’s turning
into. He is a role model, teacher, beat friend, superhero, role model and an adviser
to me.” Anchal adds, “Rakhi in addition to sweets, gifts, good food and family
get together, brings so many sweet trips down memory lane that reminds me of
all the roles he played in my life. This festival means a lot to him and he
truly promises to protect me forever.”
Prashant Srivastava, a
graduate, opines,”Sisters are a treasure. Apart from making fun, bullying, and
the nasty things you say to each other, the relationship between siblings is
the strongest and most affectionate, and Rakshabandhan is the perfect day to
celebrate this love.” Prashant adds,” For me the bond of love and protection
for my sister isnot restricted to a single day. No doubts, this day is an
opportunity to show my concern for her but what soever my sisiter has done for
me. I cannot repay her ever in my life. Being the spoil brat in my family, she
rather played a role of a protector. She taught me good manners, instilled
family values and helped me to become wiser.”
Rakshabandhan festival is celebrated by every Hindu family of Haridwar, Rishikesh & all over India.
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