A woman covering her face seen buying rakhis from a roadside is festival of brother sister relationship. On this day sisters of all ages tie a talisman or amulet popularly known as Rakhi, around the wrist of their brothers, symbolically protecting them from evil, In return they receive gifts from their brothers as a token of love and ample of blessings. Traditionally brothers in turn take the responsibilities to be with their sisters in tough times to protect and care for them.

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