Raksha Bandhan festival holds much importance among the different Indian festivals. Symbolizing the special bond of pious brother-sister love, rakhi is celebrated with much joy and vigor all over the country. The different customs and traditions, exchange of exquisite gifts and relishing sweets make the Raksha Bandhan celebrations in India all the more special. People start making the arrangements much before the festival and even the markets get all ready for the celebrations. One can find many different types of rakhis adorning the shops adding to the gaiety of the celebrations. Even the sweet shops get flooded with people looking for mouth-watering sweets. The day starts with the sisters performing their brother's aarti, applying tika on their foreheads and tying the rakhi thread on their wrists. In return the brothers take the vow to take care of the sister for their whole life and showers gifts on her.