What Raksha Bandhan Means to Indian Women Today – More Than Just a Festival
Every year, as the monsoon clouds gather and the scent of freshly tied jasmine fills Indian homes, women across the country begin preparing for a ritual that’s been celebrated for centuries – Raksha Bandhan. On the surface, it’s a vibrant festival that marks the bond between brothers and sisters by a thread with small beads. But when you look closer, especially through the eyes of Indian women today, it’s clear this tradition has grown far beyond just tying a thread.
