Raksha Bandhan 2025 LIVE: PM Modi, President Murmu Extend Greetings As India Celebrates Rakhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu also extended their greetings on the auspicious occasion. Taking to X, he wrote, 'Best wishes on the special occasion of Raksha Bandhan.'
President Murmu said, 'On the auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all fellow citizens living in India and abroad.' She also shared a beautiful message on the festival.
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