Raksha Bandhan
August 28 - FRIDAY
Observance: Restricted Holiday Holiday (India)
"A festival strengthening sibling bonds as sisters tie rakhis for protection and brothers promise lifelong support."
Celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters with sisters tying protective threads on brothers' wrists.
Traditions:
- Sisters tying decorative rakhi threads on brothers' wrists with prayers
- Brothers giving gifts and promising to protect their sisters always
- Performing aarti and sharing sweets with family members
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Fun Fact:
Raksha Bandhan transcends blood relations; women tie rakhis to male friends and neighbors, making them honorary brothers.