Introduction
“The bond of Rakshabandhan is not just a thread, but a symbol of the unbreakable bond between a brother and a sister.”
Rakshabandhan 2023 is just around the corner and aren’t we all excited for it? Our busy lives keep us so occupied that we seldom get time to spend with our brothers and sisters or to even remind them about how much we love them. Raksha Bandhan gives us the perfect opportunity to do something to make them feel special and loved and to remind them that life would have been a lot less fun if not for them.
We need to appreciate just how lovely Indian traditions are. We think that some bonds are truly special and unbreakable and we need a tradition to celebrate and cherish them. Ritually, Raksha Bandhan involves sisters tying a bracelet called ‘rakhi’ around their brothers’ wrists seeking blessings from the almighty for their protection and well-being, and brothers in turn vowing to protect their sisters from any harm or evil.
Rakshabandhan usually falls on the last day of the auspicious Shravan month and this year 2023, it falls on the 30th of August. It is celebrated with immense fun and fervor all over India. Assam also sees an enthusiastic celebration of Rakshabandhan, where decorated shops selling rakhis and other goodies are a common sight. We can also plan several unique and fun activities with our brothers and sisters in Guwahati, something that would be meaningful and allow us to spend some quality time with them.
So, if you are in Guwahati on this Rakshabandhan 2023, here is a list of unique and fun things that you can plan for yourself as well as with your brothers and sisters, besides the usual ritual proceedings.
1. Rakhi Shopping in Guwahati
Rakhi shopping gives us an opportune moment to explore the local markets. Colorful rakhis displayed outside shops along with street vendors are a common sight around Rakshabandhan- which gives these markets a colorful semblance.
You can shop for rakhis in local markets like Fancy Bazaar, Ganeshguri Market, Paltan Bazaar, etc. One can find a myriad of options in these markets, that too at really affordable prices.
Furthermore, there are plenty of online options available these days. Shopping websites such as Amazon, Flipkart, etc gives you various options you can chose from and have it delivered at your doorstep.
2. This Rakshabandhan 2023- Making DIY Rakhis at Home
This Rakshabandhan 2023, making DIY rakhis can be a great way to showcase your innate creativity, in addition to making it even more special. Imagine the happiness on their faces when they come to know that you’ve made the effort to make the rakhi all by yourself. Don’t we all live for such moments?
https://guwahati.infoisinfo.co.in/search/craft lists various craft shops in Guwahati from where you can source your materials like threads or yarns, beads, sequins, artificial flowers, etc. Time for you to resurface your lost creativity!
3. Cook their Favourite Food
George Bernard Shaw said “There is no sincerer love than the love for food” and we completely agree. One of the best things we can do for the ones we love is to cook their favorite dishes and what better time to do that than on Raksha Bandhan?
This is not gender specific and it goes both ways. Brothers can also make their sisters’ favourite dishes and trust us, no matter how basic the dish is, it is going to make them so very happy.
4. Have a fun day out planned in Guwahati
Rakhshabandhan 2023 falls on a weekday but that must not dampen our spirits, folks! When it comes to spending time with our dear brothers and sisters, we can always squeeze in some time for them.
You can take them to your favourite restaurants and shopping malls and spend some quality time. There are plenty of options in Guwahati- City Centre, Central Mall, and Roodraksh to name a few.
You can also gift them something fun like a spa treat, or spend time together doing activities like bowling, pottery classes, art classes, and more.
Additionally, you can also visit a holy place together and seek blessings for their well-being.
5. Plan a Short Trip
One great thing about staying in Guwahati is that you can plan a short trip with your siblings or cousins to nearby tourist places like Shillong, Pobitora, and Chandrapur to name a few. Activities such as hiking or even watching the sunset together while reminiscing your childhood memories is a great way to bond and spend some quality time.
Furthermore, Rakshabandhan can also be a wonderful opportunity to visit your grandparents and spend some time with them. These are really meaningful ways to spend this day because let’s not forget- this day is all about our relationships and family bondings.
6. Charity
Rakshabandhan is day of love and some of us are very fortunate to get to celebrate this day with our families. But take a moment to think about the ones who cannot.
A wonderful way to celebrate Rakshabandhan 2023 would be by visiting orphanages and care homes, exchanging love and kindness with those in need. By bringing a little joy to their lives, we can make a significant impact in this world, especially in the face of various sufferings. This act of celebrating Rakshabandhan with them would be a meaningful and heartfelt gesture.
Winding up
Although Rakshabandhan is considered to be a Hindu festival, people from all religions and communities can celebrate this day in their own way. It signifies universal brotherhood- something that we reckon is the most crucial requirement in this day and age.
We need to remember that Rakshabandhan is less about how fervently we can celebrate this day, rather it is more about how meaningful we can make it. It is less about buying luxurious gifts and rakhis but more about the unconditional love that we have for our brothers and sisters.
The Protech Group wishes everyone a Very Happy Rakshabandhan 2023. Let us make an effort to make this Rakshabandhan special and meaningful for our loved ones. Even if they stay afar, a simple heartfelt conversation over the phone also goes a long way.