How rakhis have evolved from simple threads to jewellery pieces
Updated On: 30 August, 2023 12:37 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
Every year, Indians worldwide commemorate Raksha Bandhan, symbolising the protective connection between siblings. Over the years, rakhis exchanged have transformed, incorporating jewellery elements with eco-friendly options
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It`s that time of year again when striking red threads made from cotton or silk hanging from the make-shift stalls dominate Mumbai streets. It’s the intricate designs on the rakhis that add a unique touch, making them extremely special. For Mumbaikar Natasha Pereira, the festival has always been a special one that she celebrates with her elder brother since they were children. She shares, “Since my brother is a pilot, I am on the lookout for a rakhi with a tiny plane on it. I have to make it special for my protector.” In the past, she has also got him a FRIENDS-themed rakhi because they are both huge fans of the popular American sitcom.
Each year, Indians worldwide celebrate Raksha Bandhan during this time of the year, symbolising the protective connection between siblings. This isn’t limited to those who are blood-related but also includes others of varying degrees including cousins, extended family, as well as those who share a close brother-sister bond, even between friends. This year, Raksha Bandhan falls on August 30, and like always sisters will be tying rakhis on their brother’s hands, after which they wholeheartedly give them a gift in return. While one celebrates the occasion, it is fascinating to see how the rakhi have evolved over the years, and Pereira has been one to change with the times, as she sets about to look for the ‘right’ one.
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