India is a land of many colorful festivals and the famous festival of Raksha Bandhan is very near. Indian community all over the world is ready to celebrate the sacred festival of Raksha Bandhan on 13th August.
The day which has become the symbol of brotherhood, is celebrated around the world, with the rays of love and affection blooming in it. Rakhi festival is not only a ceremony of tying rakhi but it has moreover transited into the trust and love which a girl ties on her brother's wrist and hope that this hand will always hold her in every ups and downs of life.
As per the Hindu calendar rakhi festival falls on the shravan purnima (full moon day), which corresponds to the month of July-August as per the English calendar. The day is being celebrated as per the Indian calendar, which changes every year, hence the festival also falls on the different dates of the English calendar. The festival bears social significance, because it symbolizes the importance of relationship between siblings.
India Post has issued a variety of Rakhi envelopes which are tear and Water Resistant . The envelopes are in beautiful designs and colors.
Envelopes issued in 2010
Envelopes issued in 2009
View all Rakhi Envelopes issued by India Post
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1 comment:
Yes Rakhi is the Holy Festival and every sister shoul Send Rakhi to her Brothers on This Raksha Bandhan 2013.
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