UP CM extends greetings on Raksha Bandhan

PTI, Aug 19, 2024, 10:17 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath greeted people on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan on Monday.

The festival is marked by the practice of sisters tying a ‘rakhi’ on the wrist of their brothers.

“Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to the people of the state on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, a festival that symbolises the immense love and unbreakable trust between brothers and sisters,” the CM posted in Hindi on X.

“May this festival bring good fortune for all of you, and may the spirit of harmony, cordiality and cooperation in the society become stronger, this is my prayer to Lord Shri Ram,” he added.

Former chief minister and BSP supremo Mayawati too wished people on the occasion.

In a post on X, she said, “Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to all on the festival of Raksha Bandhan. I pray to God that the respect and honour of all women in the country increases.”