Rakshabandhan is one of the most celebrated festivals on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Sravana (July/August). At this festival, we celebrate the bond of a brother to his sister. Generally, on this day, the Indian sisters tie rakhi on the wrists of their brothers to protect them against evil influences and pray for their long life and happiness.

Brothers, in turn, give a gift which is a promise that they will protect their sisters from any harm. Within these Rakhis reside sacred feelings and well wishes. This festival is mostly celebrated in North India.

The ancient history of Rakshabandhan dates back to Hindu mythology. As per Hindu mythology, in Mahabharata, the great Indian epic, Draupadi, the great wife of the Pandavas had torn the corner of her sari to prevent Lord Krishna's wrist from bleeding (he had inadvertently hurt himself). Hence, this is a bond, that was established between brother and sister developed between them, and he promised to protect her always in a lifetime.

It is also a great sacred verse of unity, acting as a symbol of life's advancement and a leading messenger of togetherness. Raksha means protection, and in some places in medieval India, where women felt unsafe, they tie Rakhi on the wrist of men, regarding them as brothers. In this way, Rakhi strengthens the bond of love between brothers and sisters and revives the emotional bonding.

This is absolutely cultural festival that is celebrated among all castes and religions irrespective of the beliefs. Hence,it's significance increases double every year from India to Malaysia.

Brahmans change their sacred thread (Janai) on this day and dedicate themselves once again to the study of the scriptures.


On this day a Sister's message to his beloved brother :


“Dear Brother, I love and respect you not only for what you are,

But for what I am when I am with you.

I love you not only for what you have made of yourself,

But for what you are making of me.

I love you for the part of me that you bring out.

Thanks for supporting and protecting me in adverse situations”.