Rakshabandhan Special: Indian-Australian poets share verse and folklore

Australian Indian Poets (L-R) Rekha Rajvanshi, Mrinal Sharma, and Sangeeta Bansal share their heartfelt poetries on Rakshabandhan this year with SBS Hindi. Credit: getty Images/Supplied by Rekha Rajvanshi, Mrinal Sharma & Sangeeta Bansal

For this Raksha Bandhan special, we look into the timeless folktales and legends that shape the festival’s rich history, featuring ancient kings, sages, and the meaningful rituals still cherished today. Alongside these tales, enjoy special poetry from members of the Indian community in Australia, celebrating the sibling bond through their own words.

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Published 9 August 2025 2:15pm

Updated 11 August 2025 3:13pm

By Vrishali Jain

Source: SBS

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For this Raksha Bandhan special, we look into the timeless folktales and legends that shape the festival’s rich history, featuring ancient kings, sages, and the meaningful rituals still cherished today. Alongside these tales, enjoy special poetry from members of the Indian community in Australia, celebrating the sibling bond through their own words.

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