'Sisters tie a protection thread on brothers' wrists and brothers promise to protect them. It's a promise ceremony between the siblings shared by a special thread.'

In Nepal, the special day is also known as Janai Purnima.

Rakhi 2019: Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on August 15.

The beautiful festival of Raksha Bandhan is here. Often referred as Rakhi or rakhdi, this special Hindu festival is dedicated to brothers and sisters' love. Sisters tie a protection thread on brothers' wrists and brothers promise to protect them. It's a promise ceremony between the siblings shared by a special thread. Both of them plan surprises and gifts for each other to bring a big smile on each other's faces. It's a special relation built on trust, faith and respect, it's also a bond of great comfort where the mischief and pranks are most adored. To cherish this special day, spend quality time with your sibling revisiting childhood memories and reflecting how the relationship has evolved and deepened. Happy Raksha Bandhan.

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