Subhechcha Ganguly 
Hindus celebrate Raksha Bandhan to recognise the unique kinship that siblings share. Every region of India, but mainly the North and West, celebrates it with fervour. It occurs on the Purnima, or full moon day, of the Shravan or Sawan month. The sisters wish their brothers a long, wealthy, and happy life when they tie rakhi on their wrists on this day. The brothers agree to safeguard their sisters for the rest of their lives in exchange.
Tithi
This year, Raksha Bandhan will fall on August 11 and 12. Drik Panchang says that the Sawan Purnima tithi will begin at 10:38 am on August 11 and end on 07:05 am on August 12, 2022.
Significance of Rakhi in Mahabharat
According to Hindu tradition, Lord Krishna unintentionally sliced his finger on the Sudarshan Chakra in the Mahabharata. Princess Draupadi noticed this and knotted a piece of linen to stop the bleeding. Her act moved Lord Krishna to tears, and in exchange he pledged to protect her from any harm in the world. When the Kauravas attempted to humiliate and dishonour Draupadi during her chirharan, Lord Krishna maintained his vow by shielding her from harm.
Contemporary version of Raksha Bandhan
In the contemporary version of this Raksha Bandhan tradition, siblings now tie Rakhis on one another’s hands and make a promise to look out for one another. Rakhis are occasionally tied to friends and family members. Raksha Bandhan is ultimately a celebration with someone who loves you and always has your best interests in mind, regardless of gender or relationship.
By Subhechcha Ganguly
