Rakhi has its own share of significance. It is a relation of fine threads between a brother and a sister. This day is also known as Raksha Bandhan and is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravana in India.

Festivals are celebrations of togetherness and when it comes to festivals having emotional bonds then this feeling of togetherness is all the more prominent.

On Raksha Bandhan, it is a custom for sisters to tie a scared thread, called a Rakhi, on their brother's wrist. The brothers, in turn, promise their sisters to protect and guard them against all evil forces.

This beautiful festival begins with the preparation of the 'Pooja thali' with 'Diya', 'Roli', 'Chawal', a 'Rakhi thread' and sweets. Then the sisters pray in front of God and tie a Rakhi to their brothers and wish for the happiness and well-being of their brothers. They also pray for the long life of their brothers and pray to God to bless them with his blessings. In turn, the brothers gift their sisters with wonderful gifts and many other things.

The means of celebration have changed with the change in the lifestyle but the essence of this festival remains the same no matter how it is celebrated. It is, therefore, an eternal bond of love to pull far away siblings close together.

For Brahmins, Raksha Bandhan is the day to take the pledge of 'Brahmanic' rites and for those who depend on the sea and monsoon for their livelihood, it is the beginning of the new season.

Relationships are the lifelines of celebration and this statement holds true for every Indian festival. In this advanced era, brothers are very far from their home and consequently far away from their sisters. In that case websites are also available to send beautiful and auspicious gifts to one's brother or sister.