The celebrations of Raksha Bandhan in Kolkata very well portray the cultural richness of the city. Though Raksha Bandhan is a festival of North India, then also rakhi is celebrated with much fervor in Kolkata. This festival is celebrated by the name of 'Bhai Dooj' in kolkata and thus little difference can be viewed in the traditions and customs.
Sisters after performing the aarti apply tilak on their brother's foreheads and tie the rakhi on their wrists. In addition celebrations of Raksha Bandhan in kolkata are very much influenced by the thoughts and ideologies of Guru Rabindranath Tagore. He made use of the importance of Raksha Bandhan among the Indians for spreading the feeling of brotherhood among the people of different castes and backgrounds. |
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