Jajpur, Aug 5: In a heartwarming gesture ahead of Raksha Bandhan, students of the Chausathipada Nodal School in Jajpur district crafted and sent over 500 handmade rakhis to Indian soldiers posted in remote and high-risk zones.

Teachers and staff of the school actively supported the students in this heartfelt endeavor, guiding them in creating the rakhis and organising the dispatch.

The students expressed their way of showing respect and solidarity with the soldiers who risk their lives daily to safeguard the country.

According to religious beliefs, tying a rakhi – a talisman or amulet tied around the wrist – at an auspicious time symbolising the ceremonial expression of a sister's pious hope that her brother be protected and guided by spiritual vision.

The word "Raksha Bandhan," in Sanskrit, means ‘the bond of protection, obligation, or care’, which is the main principle behind this ritual.

Also known as Rakhi, it is quite similar in its essence and sentiment to Bhai Dooj. In modern day celebrations, the festival is marked with grand feasts and brothers often return their love for their sisters by giving them gifts.

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