Raksha Bandhan is an occasion to cherish the special love that a brother and sister share. It’s that time of the year when we celebrate this special bond of siblings and reminisce the wonderful times that they have had together. So, we at Tricity Scoop asked our readers to share their plans for this special festival, describe in one word about what it means to them, and also share their most memorable Raksha Bandhan story!
SUKHMANI SADANA AND UDAY SINGH
Sukhmani Sadana is an Indian writer and an actress.
What are your plans for this Raksha Bandhan?
My cousins are around in Delhi etc. and my real brother is in the States. The pandemic has kept us apart for more than a year. So, I’m waiting eagerly each day for the flights to be operational so I can go meet him, my bhabhi and my nephew.
One word that defines your sibling relationship.
Pure.
Most memorable Raksha Bandhan?
Each year when my brothers touch my feet, (I love pulling their leg about it!).
SONI MEHTA AND GURJOT SINGH
Soni and Gurjot are entrepreneurs.
What are your plans for this Raksha Bandhan?
I wanted to surprise my family on Raksha Bandhan but unfortunately, I’m in Dubai and I don’t have much choice. So, I am sending gifts from Dubai; at last, the digital world is helping us to celebrate festivals.
One word that defines your sibling relationship.
Unique!
Most memorable Raksha Bandhan?
When I gifted my brother Chandi ka Kada with his name as a Rakhi gift from my savings and he was super happy.
ALISHA AND SIDDHARTH
Alisha and Siddharth are YouTubers.
What are your plans for this Raksha Bandhan?
My brother Siddharth and I share a very different type of relationship. He is my business partner and at times, we get so stuck up in work that we completely forget to cherish the bond that we have. We have planned to take a day off this Raksha Bandhan and spend it solely with our family members. We have been working very hard for the last couple of weeks to get work on track so that we can afford to take a complete day off.
One word that defines your sibling relationship.
‘Unconditional’ is the word that can describe our relationship.
Most memorable Raksha Bandhan?
Every day is a Raksha Bandhan day for us because we love each other, protect each other, uplift each other and there is that immense bond we share, which words can’t suffice. But the most memorable Raksha Bandhan was when we were very young….we used to tease him for gifts. Since he is my younger brother, he requested our parents to source him some money for the gifts. Though the gifts remained the same every year, probably a handmade card, with some Camel colours and sketch pens. Remembering this makes me so nostalgic!
JAFFY GARG
Jaffy is a Social Media Influencer.
What are your plans for this Raksha Bandhan?
My sister Heena Garg, soul sister (Garima Khatri) and I (Jaffy Garg), are celebrating Raksha Bandhan to evoke pleasant memories of the cherished childhood bonding and the eternal love shared between us. Therefore, we are taking a day off and dedicating this day exclusively to each other. We’ll play board games, antakshari and all those indoor games that had made us laugh non-stop. Spending quality time together and letting each other know that we have their company during such challenging times is the key.
One word that defines your sibling relationship?
Powerful
Most memorable Raksha Bandhan?
2020 when I learnt you are the only one who stood by me and will be there with me forever.
VASUNDHARA CHAUDHARY AND PARTH
Vasundhara and Parth are students.
What are your plans for this Raksha Bandhan?
While following the COVID norms, we will keep the celebration as simple as possible, full of love, prayers and best wishes which are the essence of the festival.
One word that defines your sibling relationship?
Tom and Jerry
Most memorable Raksha Bandhan?
The firsts are always special. So, definitely, the first Raksha Bandhan is the most memorable.
NIDHI KAUSHIK & BHUPENDRA
Nidhi is a lifestyle, food, & travel blogger.
What are your plans for this Raksha Bandhan?
This time, my brothers won’t be able to come, but my Bhabhi will be here. So, we’ll have have fun together!
One word that defines your sibling relationship.
Loving.
Most memorable Raksha Bandhan?
Our best memories are from childhood when Papa used to wake up us all early in the morning. We all used to take bath, wear our best dresses and get ready, while the photographer used to come for clicking pictures. I so cherish and miss those times. Still, on every Raksha Bandhan, I get up and for once I think that (Pinky) the photographer (Pinky photographer was a local photographer in the city, and he was our constant photographer for every Raksha Bandhan) might be coming and we all should get ready.
KAMALJIT SINGH PANCHHI & SUKHJIT KAUR
Kamaljit is a businessman.
What are your plans for this Raksha Bandhan?
I’ll be spending time with my and my sister’s family over lunch.
One word that defines your sibling relationship.
Respect.
Most memorable Raksha Bandhan?
Back in 2015, I gave a surprise to my sister which is still the most cherished one ever.
EKTA PUROHIT
Ekta is a media and political researcher.
What are your plans for this Raksha Bandhan?
On this Raksha Bandhan, we all will meet and have fun along with our parents.
One word that defines your sibling relationship.
Vivid Incarnation, Supportive & Caring! 😛
Most memorable Raksha Bandhan?
The most memorable Raksha Bandhan festival for me and my sisters was when our brothers bought gifts for us from their own salary. I have two brothers and they both are younger than me. So, we sisters were happier and overwhelmed that day, I still remember.
On this Raksha Bandhan I wish good health and success for my siblings. Also, I would like to say to all the brother and sisters that please have respect in your heart for the elder ones and care for the younger ones.
SIYA DUTTA AND PARTH
Siya and Parth are students.
What are your plans for this Raksha Bandhan?
I’m going to celebrate this Raksha Bandhan with my little brother, my cousins and our family. The ethnic wear, the sweets, the gifts, the decorations and all the love and togetherness are going to make this ceremony an extremely delightful one.
One word that defines your sibling relationship.
Cuddles, giggles and some scratches!
Most memorable Raksha Bandhan?
The most memorable Raksha Bandhan was the one when all my cousins came to my place to celebrate this festival. That day was full of laughter and lots of fun. This festival is all about love and togetherness.
DARSHAN GARG
Darshan is a businessman.
What are your plans for this Raksha Bandhan?
Raksha Bandhan is a special day for all of us. So, we made a ritual for the Raksha Bandhan wherein, in the morning the sisters rob us and, in the evening,, we all go for dinner where all the sisters pay for the party.
One word that defines your sibling relationship?
Hum Panch
Most memorable Raksha Bandhan?
When we are all together we make every moment memorable.
SHANE WARNE
Shane is a businessman and a social worker.
What are your plans for this Raksha Bandhan?
The plan for this Raksha Bandhan is to tie a knot (rakhi) to any tree in my neighbourhood and pledge to protect it. This idea is not just confined to me, but the same pledge would be taken up by the members of Aashray NGO on this Raksha Bandhan “Ek Raksha Ka Waada Inn Vrikshon Ke Sath Bhi”.
One word that defines your sibling relationship.
Tedha Hai Par Mera Hai
Most memorable Raksha Bandhan?
A few years back, I visited an orphanage and the girls in that orphanage tied me “Rakhis” and I gave them gifts. The smiles on their faces were priceless. I don’t have a sister of my own (blood-related) but that feeling which I felt on that day was huge and overwhelming. My words aren’t enough to express the happiness which I felt at that very moment!
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