‘Rakhri or Raksha Bandhan’: Celebrating the symbol of love between brothers and sisters

The Indian festival of 'Rakhri or Raksha Bandhan' (Punjabi: ਰੱਖੜੀ) celebrates the relationship between brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters tie multicolored Rakhis or threads on their brothers' wrists and make a wish for their long and healthy life. The brothers likewise make promises to safeguard or look after their sisters. Listen to this podcast in Punjabi for more details.

Representative image of Mandeep Brar with his Sister. Source: supplied by Mandeep Brar