Raksha Bandhan celebrated through humanitarian and community initiatives

Raksha Bandhan humanitarian initiatives de-addiction centres Punjab government social celebrations

Raksha Bandhan celebrations were observed through various social and community initiatives across India. In New Delhi, the ‘Raksha Ek Pehchaan’ initiative, led by Nidarshana Gowani, focused on the universal theme of protection and compassion. The event, attended by actress Celina Jaitley, aimed to extend the festival's traditional meaning of familial bonds to a broader commitment to humanity.

In Punjab, government de-addiction and rehabilitation centres held celebrations as part of the ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ campaign. These events brought recovering patients together with families and peer ambassadors, such as Pankaj Mahajan, to emphasize the role of support in addiction recovery. Activities included letter-writing and art to help patients express emotions regarding their journey.

Additionally, prominent Indian cricketers, including Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant, marked the occasion by sharing celebratory posts on social media, highlighting the personal significance of the bond between siblings.

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[○ 1 SOURCE] Peer ambassador Pankaj Mahajan, who has been sober for 10 years, shared his recovery journey at a Gurdaspur de-addiction centre. yespunjab.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Actress Celina Jaitley attended the ‘Raksha Ek Pehchaan’ event as a special guest.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Raksha Bandhan celebrations in Punjab de-addiction centres were held as part of the ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ campaign. yespunjab.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Nidarshana Gowani emphasized the importance of extending the message of Raksha Bandhan beyond familial relationships to a commitment toward humanity.