CRPF Jawans Celebrate Raksha Bandhan at Srinagar Airport, Embracing Brotherhood Amid Duty

CRPF jawans at Srinagar airport celebrated Raksha Bandhan, symbolizing protection and love despite being away from families. The event highlighted the deep bonds and camaraderie among the soldiers, uniting them in their commitment to protect the nation.

Away from their homes and families, CRPF jawans stationed at Srinagar airport in Jammu and Kashmir celebrated Raksha Bandhan, embracing the age-old tradition of sibling love and protection. The 35 BN Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) came together to honor this special bond.

The celebration included the tying of rakhi threads, symbolizing the promise of protection and love between siblings. The jawans exchanged sweets and gifts, sharing the joy of the festival even while on duty. Vishnu Dwiwedi, Commandant of 35 BN CRPF at Srinagar Airport, told ANI, "Today the nation is celebrating the sacred festival of Raksha Bandhan. Sisters tie the rakhi to their brothers, who in turn vow to protect them."

Vishnu Dwiwedi added, "CRPF jawans and their families residing here are celebrating the festival. On this occasion, we vow to guard our nation." This display of camaraderie and unity among the jawans mirrored their resilience and determination to serve and protect the nation, even in challenging circumstances. The celebration served as a reminder of their strong bonds as a close-knit family, ready to support each other.

Priyanka Yadav told ANI that they came to tie rakhi to the security personnel. "They (CRPF jawans) are away from their families, so we thought to tie rakhi to give them happiness. We are enjoying." As they celebrated, the jawans found solace in the companionship of their fellow soldiers, united in their dedication to safeguarding peace and security.

Raksha Bandhan is a traditional Hindu festival dedicated to the love and bond between brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters tie a rakhi around their brothers' wrists, and in return, brothers offer gifts as a symbol of love and care for their sisters.

Deeply rooted in Indian culture, Raksha Bandhan has been celebrated for centuries, with incidents of sisters tying rakhi for protection found in Hindu religious texts. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)