The occasion of Raksha Bandhan, which symbolises the ageless relationship of love and trust between sisters and brothers, is celebrated with full devotion and enthusiasm today across the nation and the state of Madhya Pradesh. While on this special day, sisters will be applying the holy thread, known as Rakhi, on the hands of their brothers out of a sense of protection, love, and affection. According to the ancient almanack, the timing of auspicious hours for applying the Rakhi today is 5:40 AM and 1:00 PM.
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav is on a special trip to Ujjain and Agar Malwa districts on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. As per the schedule, he will arrive in Agar Malwa at 12:35 PM, where he will pay his respects at the world-renowned Baba Baidyanath Temple. He will also be a part of other programs on the occasion of the Raksha Bandhan celebration and the holy Shravan Month. Apart from this, the Chief Minister will also be on a special disbursal program, where assistive aids will be handed over to differently-abled individuals.
Later in the day, around 3:00 PM, Dr. Yadav will travel from Agar Malwa to Ujjain, where he is expected to participate in several events related to Raksha Bandhan festivities.
Adding to the merriment, women citizens of Bhopal have a special treat. The Bhopal City Link Limited (BCLL) has announced that women commuters can ride its buses for free during the day till 9:00 PM on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan as a special gift. The Bhopal Municipal Corporation has made this decision to allow the festivities to be more comfortable and joyous for women commuters. Through cultural events, family get-togethers, visits to temples, and special attention through things like provision of free bus travel, on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan this year, the festivities will be grand and emotional all over the state.
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