August 27, 2026 9:43 PM
‘Rakshe, Ma Chala, Ma Chala’: President Murmu conveys Raksha Bandhan greetings with Sanskrit mantra
President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday extended her greetings to all Indians on the eve of Raksha Bandhan, recalling the festival’s deep-rooted cultural and traditional significance. In her message, the President highlighted the sacred bond symbolised by the rakhi thread and referred to the words “Rakshe, Ma Chala, Ma Chala”, saying they express the imploration, “May this bond of protection continue forever.” She said Raksha Bandhan has been an integral part of Indian culture and tradi...