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Raksha Bandhan Celebration: Rakshabandhan is no longer a festival of India, but it is being celebrated all over the world. Sister-brother should be in any corner of the world, the door of their protection remains tied to each other. This time the protection …Read more
The trend of celebrating Rakshabandhan in Australia is increasing rapidly (image-canva)Highlights
- Rakshabandhan has now become a global festival.
- In Nepal, Rakshabandhan is celebrated as Janai Purnima.
- Fairs and programs are organized on Rakshabandhan in America.
Special importance of public in Nepal
Nepal is the neighboring country of India. There is more Hindu population here, so Rakshabandhan is celebrated as “Janai Purnima” in this country. On this day, people of the Brahmin class change the holy thread named ‘Janeu’ i.e. Janeu. At the same time, sisters tie a defense formula on the brother’s wrist and on the wrist of small and big members of the house. Rakshabandhan is not only a family festival here, but is also considered very important religiously. On this day, people go to the temple of Lord Shiva and worship him.
Mauritius is a country where a large number of people of Indian origin are inhabited. According to the 2022 census, 47.9% of the population here is Hindu. These overseas Indians celebrate Rakshabandhan with great pomp here. The sisters decorate the traditional dress and tilak the brothers, tie a rakhi and sweeten the mouth with sweets. Special programs on Rakshabandhan are also organized in schools and institutions in this country.
People working in Gulf countries celebrate this festival by sending rakhi to their siblings (image-canva)
The festival of siblings in America
America is a country where every year Indians go to study in large numbers or do jobs. Like Diwali or Holi in the United States, now the festival of Rakshabandhan is also celebrated with great pomp. Indian families living here celebrate Rakshabandhan not only in their homes but also collectively in temples and cultural centers. In many places, fairs or programs are also organized on Rakhi, where children of Indian origin understand the importance of Rakhi and tie rakhi to foreign friends and give the message of brotherhood.
In the United Kingdom too, people of the Indian community are inhabited in large numbers. In many places including London, Vambali, Raksha Bandhan appears to be adorned at shops. Rakhi reaches the brothers through online platform or postal service. There are many Hindu temples in the UK where programs on Rakshabandhan are organized. Worship and havan are also performed. Many types of Indian sweets are also seen here on this day.
Realization of belonging in Canada
People of Punjab and Gujarat live the most in Canada. People here may stay away from India but celebrate every Indian festival at a big level. Fair, meeting ceremonies, puja and cultural programs are organized on this day. Rakhi competition is kept in schools. People wear new clothes and celebrate the festival with pomp. At the same time, whose sisters or brothers are in India, they celebrate this festival through virtual medium.
Active in Journalism Since 2012. Expertise in Lifestyle, Entertainment and Travel. Started career with all India radio. Also worked with ignou …Read more
Active in Journalism Since 2012. Expertise in Lifestyle, Entertainment and Travel. Started career with all India radio. Also worked with ignou … Read more
