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Raksha Bandhan 2023: How rakhis have evolved from simple threads to jewellery pieces

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Updated on: 30 August,2023 12:37 PM IST  |  Mumbai
Nascimento Pinto | nascimento.pinto@mid-day.com

Every year, Indians worldwide commemorate Raksha Bandhan, symbolising the protective connection between siblings. Over the years, rakhis exchanged have transformed, incorporating jewellery elements with eco-friendly options

Raksha Bandhan 2023: How rakhis have evolved from simple threads to jewellery pieces

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It's that time of year again when striking red threads made from cotton or silk hanging from the make-shift stalls dominate Mumbai streets. It’s the intricate designs on the rakhis that add a unique touch, making them extremely special. For Mumbaikar Natasha Pereira, the festival has always been a special one that she celebrates with her elder brother since they were children. She shares, “Since my brother is a pilot, I am on the lookout for a rakhi with a tiny plane on it. I have to make it special for my protector.” In the past, she has also got him a FRIENDS-themed rakhi because they are both huge fans of the popular American sitcom. 

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