Raksha Bandhan was celebrated with customary zeal throughout India. The festival sees sisters tying a sacred thread, the rakhi, on their brothers’ wrists, symbolizing protection and affection. In Delhi, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi marked the occasion by participating in the festivities with schoolchildren.
Students from schools in Delhi and nearby areas, particularly from ASHA schools, tied rakhis on the Army Chief’s wrist. This gesture underscored the deep connection between the armed forces and the community. The children also applied tilak, a traditional mark of respect, to the Army Chief. The celebration was a poignant demonstration of the bond of love and respect between the students and the military.
The Army Chief, whose hand is committed to the nation’s defense, embraced the children, sharing blessings and affection. Images and videos circulated, capturing the happiness of both the children and the Army Chief. The Raksha Bandhan celebration was a heartwarming reminder of the mutual respect and care shared between the military and the general public.
Rakhis, sent from various parts of the country, reached soldiers stationed in diverse terrains, from high altitudes and dense forests to arid deserts and battlegrounds. These threads carry the love and best wishes of sisters for their brothers in uniform. General Upendra Dwivedi emphasized the Indian Army’s unwavering commitment to the safety and service of the citizens. He highlighted that each rakhi served as a reminder to the soldiers that they are supported by the entire nation.