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5 Widowed Women Tie Rakhi to PM Modi

Widowed women from Vrindavan and Varanasi meet PM Modi, tie Rakhi on Raksha Bandhan

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 28 August 2026 at 05:30 pm
5 Widowed Women Tie Rakhi to PM Modi

On Friday, five widowed women from Vrindavan and Varanasi met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence in New Delhi and tied Rakhi to him on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan.

The women, who consider Modi their brother, have been sending Rakhis to him for several years. This year, more than 1,100 special Rakhis were handcrafted by the women and presented to the Prime Minister.

The five women who had the opportunity to tie Rakhi to the Prime Minister were Maa Shobha Adhikari and Maa Sota Devi from Varanasi, and Maa Geeta Dasi, Maa Pushpa Adhikari and Maa Menka Mandal from Vrindavan.

The women prepared the Rakhis with the support of Sulabh International, an organization that works for the welfare of widowed women in Vrindavan and Varanasi.

During the meeting, Modi enquired about the women's well-being and expressed his gratitude for the Rakhis they had prepared for him.

The widowed women of Vrindavan and Varanasi have been celebrating Raksha Bandhan with the Prime Minister for several years, and for them, it is an occasion to express their affection for him, whom they regard as their brother.

The women said they felt privileged to have met Modi personally and tied Rakhi to him on the festival.

This tradition of sending Rakhis to the Prime Minister is a significant one, as it highlights the bond between the widowed women and the Prime Minister.

The meeting between the Prime Minister and the widowed women is a testament to the fact that the government is committed to the welfare of all citizens, including the most vulnerable sections of society.

The celebration of Raksha Bandhan with the Prime Minister is a unique one, and it showcases the affection and respect that the widowed women have for him.

In conclusion, the meeting between the Prime Minister and the widowed women from Vrindavan and Varanasi is a heartwarming one, and it highlights the importance of Raksha Bandhan as a festival that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters.

Frequently asked questions

Who tied Rakhi to PM Modi on Raksha Bandhan?

Five widowed women from Vrindavan and Varanasi tied Rakhi to PM Modi on Raksha Bandhan.

How many Rakhis were prepared for PM Modi?

More than 1,100 special Rakhis were handcrafted by the women and presented to the Prime Minister.

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