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RakshaBandhan – An Untold Story of a Brother and Sister.

July 27, 2017 51 Comments

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Today, is RakshaBandhan.

This was my first RakshaBandhan after marriage everyone looked excited. More than anyone my husband looked thrilled the most as this was our first festival together after marriage. You know ours is a love marriage! Preet didi and my husband Surjeet are just two members of the family. Overall the family is quite big but these two are the only blood relations in the family. No one knows how, when and what happened to mummy ji and papa ji lost their lives. Priti Didi holds a special place in my husband’s life. Since the time we got married I have always seen him worship her just like a mother and a God.

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“Rajjo, come down we are about to start RakshaBandhan ceremony” Dimpy came shouting. Dimpy is a house help and she is more like a family. I was quite excited for the ceremony to begin as in our family newlyweds sit together and sisters apply tilak, do puja and posts which gifts are exchanged. With happiness beaming in my heart I was prepared to be part of the ceremony and get Rakhi tied in my hands in a few minutes from now. With the thought of celebrating the festival with my family, I ran down to find only one small chowki (small traditional stool used in northern India)

Surjeet waved at me “Come Rajjo”. With hopes and excitement fading I came and stood near my husband. Unable to hold my curiosity I asked, Preeti Didi will you not do our puja and tie Rakhi to both of us. She kept quiet and just looked at my husband and smiled. With a smile on his face, he came to me with a puja thali in his hands. He quietly said, “Rajjo we celebrate RakshaBandhan in a special way. We do not follow the age old tradition of a sister tying Rakhi to his brother, we do it the other way around. I tie Rakhi to Preeti Didi”. With confusion in my mind, I ask my husband to explain this. He then held my hand and replied with a smile again “Rajjo, we will tie Rakhi to Preet didi today”. “What? I am sorry I never heard this. And what made you alter the tradition?” I was not able to stop myself and I kept on asking questions. Realizing my state of mind Preeti didi came ahead and said, Surjeet, Rajjo is the new family member and for her to understand us better she needs to know the entire truth of our house. Surjeet shook his head in agreement and asked me to sit.

This was the beginning of a heart-wrenching story which my husband started narrating. “My parents lived in a small village in Punjab, a big haveli of my grand parents that was very well known in the village. My father, we used to call him Bapuji, was head of the village, sarpanch and my mother Bebeji was known for her humble and generous nature”.
“Our grand parents had three Son’s, Bapu Ji was the eldest son and had two younger brothers who are all married and well settled. Our family was counted amongst the mosts reputed families of the village” He added.
Dimpy got tea for us. I could see her eyes wet already. “I asked you were in Punjab then how come in Haryana now.” Surjeet quickly replied, “Rajjo have patience and listen.” Preet didi was silent like a stone all this while. With her light pink colored salwar kameez, she looked serene sitting quietly in one corner. She used to always keep her head covered with a dupatta which was now flowing due to the breeze coming from the window.

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RakshaBandhan – An Untold Story by themommytale

Dimpy came back for the empty glass. Everyone in the room was silent and it was deafening me. I was getting more and more impatient but no one knew that mind was finding it hard to be patient anymore. I just wanted to know everything at one go. However, I had to keep patience for the entire story to get revealed.
Surjeet began “After Preet didi was born, Bebe ji was not able to conceive and a pressure of bringing a boy to the family was increasing. ” “Shanti Chachi our elder Chachi ji could not conceive due to some medical issues, Harjot Chachi ji already had 4 girls in the expectation of a male child,” Surjeet added.

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“When Preet didi was 14 years I was born, there was a huge celebration, after all, heir’s existence was now out of danger”. Surjeet shook his head and smiled sarcastically.

RakshaBandhan – An Untold Story by themommytale

I turned my head the main door opened mamaji arrived. I quickly went ahead and touched mamaji’s feet to greet him. He blessed me and sat on Deewan in the court yard. Surjeet began “As 2 years passed everyone started showing their colors, both the chacha wanted to divide the property, land, and house.” Anger was evident on Surjeet’s face. “Because of this greed of money and land, the house looked not less than a war zone, Dada Ji and Dadiji were the most emotionally affected persons of the family because of the cold war between siblings,” Surjeet said. “In a span of 8 months dada Ji and dadi ji passed away as they could not bear the trauma anymore” Mama ji added this time. “Now, both chachji joined their hands against Bapuji” my husband continued.
“Property and land were divided already but, as bapuji had a son the feeling of jealousy did not fade a single shade”. Surjeet said.
Preet didi got up and went inside as she was getting a call on her phone.

“It was a beautiful night I was sleeping with Preet didi and Bebeji was telling us a story. I fell asleep and after a while, we heard a bang on our Door.” Bebe ji quickly asked us to go and hide under the bed. Bebeji was so sure that something is going to happen some day she made a hideout for us under the bed. Me and Preet didi went under the bed to hide ourself, as we were taught by Bebeji. We were instructed not to come out in any circumstances. Me and Preet didi were watching our Bebe crying and lying on the floor. We saw two legs came forward and he attacked Babeji’s stomach 2 times with a big sword. “Let’s go and find out her kids and kill them too,” Some one said. I saw Babeji did not cry so that I being the young child could maintain my calm. She called us out. “We came out and saw Bebeji lying in the pool of blood”. After seeing this I was shocked I peed there, I was just 2-year old. Bebeji held Preet didi’s hand and whispered “Take your brother and run as far as you can” she pointed towards a small bag and said, “take that along.” Preet didi wanted to cry and just hug Bebeji once. But, she took me in her lap, held bag and ran, she looked behind before stepping out. Bebeji had a smile on her face and Preet didi had tears. Living in anticipation that something wrong will happen and she will have to make her kids run away, our bebeji used to make parathe and fill thermos of hot milk everyday. She just wanted to ensure if the day comes when her kids will have to run away she will be able to ensure their safety even after dying. When I tell this to you today my whole body shivers at the thought of what our mother did for us. She died in front of our eyes but she saved us.

We ran from the back yard of our house until the end of our fields. In the speed, Preet didi did not realize and she got hit by something on the way and we both fell on the ground. It was our father’s body lying in the field. We ran till dawn and came near a railway track. There was a train a stock car standing filled with sacks of paddy. Preet didi quickly got me on one of the stock cars so that we can hide ourself for some time and sit since our legs were hurting and hunger pang was making things worse. Preet didi quickly opened the bag. The bag had some money, a thermos filled with milk, parathe made by Bebeji, some addresses, and a letter. She gave me to eat then quickly kept rest of the items back in the bag and opened the letter. The letter was by Bebeji and she explained to us how to reach our (Maternal Uncle) Mama Ji in Haryana. To give all money, jewelry etc to Mamaji and Bebeji also said, in the outside pocket there were clothes for us to change the clothes quickly before some one identifies us.

I had tears in my eyes flowing like a river. Mamaji waved Dimpy and she got a glass of water to me. All this while Preet didi did not come. Surjeet came forward and asked “now you know why I tie Rakhi to Didi. Rakshabandhan is a festival where a brother gives word to his sister for her safety and wellness. But, in my case, this word was given to Bebeji by Preet didi”. Surjeet explained with teary eyes.

“Life was not that easy for them, they came a long way ahead and build all this”. Mamaji pointed towards the villa. “Preet ate one time a day to fulfill all desire and wishes of Surjeet. Just like a mother, she took care of her brother. She got good matrimonial proposals but never accepted one as she wished to be with Surjeet forever”. Mamaji said wiping his tears.

I came forward picked the Thali and asked Surjeet “Chalo lets tie Rakhi, Kinni gallan karde tussi vi.(How much you talk)”. All started smiling and we went to Preet didi’s room where she was sitting on her bed and checking some files. This is my first and different RakshaBandhan.

Life gives you the lesson every day, we humans are made to adapt change. I adapted this change to the core.

Today,
Both my son and daughter tie Rakhi to each other. Let’s chuck this stereotype from the bond of love. Let ‘s each one of us share an equal responsibility and love towards our relationships.
Happy RakshaBandhan
Rajwanti
Rajjo.

Disclaimer : This story is a work of fiction which is intended to inspire and remind us the true essence of brother and sister relationships. It has no connection to events and characters in real life.

 

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Comments

  1. Lori Kay Ziegler

    July 27, 2017 at 2:01 pm

    I wish I understood your customs more because it would have helped me understand the story better. I am glad it was fiction.

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  2. Ophira

    July 27, 2017 at 2:24 pm

    Very well written short story. It elicits the true relationship between brother and sister is above traditions one of love

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  3. Dinesh

    July 27, 2017 at 3:37 pm

    RakshaBandhan is one festival I miss owing to the fact that my sister stays far.. Nevertheless good story..

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  4. Rumaisa

    July 27, 2017 at 3:50 pm

    Hey! I have always been fascinated with Raksha bandhan. Have always found it a very sweet and beautiful ritual. Loved the sentimental story that you posted. ????

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  5. The Salty Mamas

    July 27, 2017 at 5:12 pm

    What a beautiful story. I love the idea of adapting traditions to make them more meaningful to you personally.

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  6. The Wordy Mom

    July 27, 2017 at 9:56 pm

    Your story telling is so vivid and colourful. You really immersed me in your culture with your writing.

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  7. Erica

    July 27, 2017 at 11:30 pm

    Love this – thanks!

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  8. Jessica

    July 27, 2017 at 11:45 pm

    Making traditions meet your personal lives is great! You’re writing is beautiful!

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  9. Anisha Agrawal

    July 28, 2017 at 3:58 am

    You have written this story beautifully .. It is one of my fav festival but not been able to celebrate it with my family since 2 years .. Makes me really sad !!

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  10. Rakhi Parsai

    July 28, 2017 at 4:22 am

    Jiya this one’s is a master piece. You have a great way of narrating stories. I loved reading till the last word and was still craving to know more about this family and what happened to them after the kids met their mamaji. Wonderful work.

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  11. Soniya ( beautyissh)

    July 28, 2017 at 5:14 am

    The story was so heart touching , I thought it’s real ????

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  12. Minakshi bajpai

    July 28, 2017 at 5:51 am

    Really touching and full of emotional story of brother and sister. Love the way you described it with beautuful words and also with beautiful pictures. I too love this festival of brother and sister as it shows the love bond between two.

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  13. Mrinal

    July 28, 2017 at 6:11 am

    I am crying now.. this js a beautiful story.. ????☺

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  14. Nisha Malik

    July 28, 2017 at 7:41 am

    Your writing is so engaging I literally start creating characters of the story. Another piece of art…

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  15. jhilmil

    July 28, 2017 at 10:25 am

    wow, this is such a beautiful and passionate piece of fiction.. was totally engrossed in it and was so happy to see how it ended..In our family we daughters even tie the rakhi to our parents, coz thy have saved us throughout our lives.

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  16. Neha

    July 28, 2017 at 11:52 am

    Such a heart-wrenching tale. Loved your take on raksha bandhan

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  17. Shell

    July 28, 2017 at 12:24 pm

    Such a hearttouching story…

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  18. Tasheena @ SimplyTasheena.com

    July 28, 2017 at 7:32 pm

    Great post! This is such a well thought out fiction story. I really enjoyed reading it.

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  19. Deepika Verma

    July 29, 2017 at 12:29 am

    OMG ???? it’s fiction ????I was so shaken and heartbroken when I read it…stopped almost towards the end because I just couldn’t read it further… whole day it was running on my mind…. and just now I saw the disclaimer…. thank god it’s fiction!!!????

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  20. Papri Ganguly

    July 29, 2017 at 4:54 am

    Again you come with another heart melting story. I think I’m addicted to your stories.

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  21. Ar. Shivali Singla

    July 29, 2017 at 5:40 am

    I really love those pictures. Great article dear. Keep it up.

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  22. Jenni

    July 29, 2017 at 8:20 am

    Thank you for sharing this, it was a very interesting read.

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  23. Menaka Bharathi

    July 29, 2017 at 9:44 am

    A beautiful story of a brother and sister..A special bond during RakshaBandhan..Lovely story

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  24. JAYSHREE BHAGAT

    July 29, 2017 at 5:38 pm

    Such a beautiful short story… Can Relate to it really well

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  25. Heena Shah

    July 29, 2017 at 8:38 pm

    Unusual way of celebrating the bond.I liked the idea of expressing equality by sharing the responsibility wherein sister can be as protective as a brother..

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  26. Shraddha

    July 30, 2017 at 6:57 pm

    So heart touching..appreciate the mesg spread through this story ..keep sharing n all the best

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  27. Anchal

    July 31, 2017 at 6:17 am

    Such a lovely read. Let’s break the stereotype. I am right here with you to do that 🙂

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  28. Nayantara Hegde

    July 31, 2017 at 7:41 am

    What a heart wrenching story. True Rakshabandhan is more than just a brother protecting his sister. Sometimes other relationships are just as important to our lives.

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  29. Geethica Mehra

    July 31, 2017 at 12:22 pm

    Hey, from where do you get such nice and heart touching ideas? I am simply blown away after reading your piece of fiction. I need to learn from you a lot.

    Reply
  30. Debolina

    August 1, 2017 at 4:27 am

    Such a wonderful tale. Loved it so much

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  31. Anubhuti

    August 1, 2017 at 5:18 am

    We have a similar story this side too .. Will share with you soon …

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  32. Shokhi Agarwal

    August 1, 2017 at 9:17 am

    Wonderfully penned down!!! Yes, this is high time we break the stereotypes and celebrate festivals with love. I am glad to mention that since I have only Daughters, they tie Rakhi to each other and celebrate Raksha bandhan 🙂

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  33. Neha goyal

    August 1, 2017 at 9:53 am

    You write so well dear friend, you hooked me completely with your story telling.

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  34. Richa

    August 2, 2017 at 1:09 am

    Wow that’s a beautiful story loved the idea and the concept…. Keep on doing great work.

    Allthatsmom

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  35. Sabeeka Lambe

    August 2, 2017 at 3:40 am

    Such a beautiful story.. and yes!! its time we celebrate this bond as a bond for sibling love and not just limit it to brother offering to protect the sister

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  36. PUrva

    August 2, 2017 at 4:42 am

    Beautifully narrated story. Love the festival to bits but unfortunately this year I will not be able to see my brother as he lives fin canada.

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  37. Roma Gupta Sinha

    August 2, 2017 at 7:55 am

    What a tale and what a lesson darling and I am adapting it this year thanks to you love.

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  38. Puspanjalee Das

    August 2, 2017 at 9:40 am

    What an amazing story teller you are, Jiya! It gave me goosebump while reading. And the message is worth sharing!

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  39. Dipika

    August 2, 2017 at 10:49 am

    Woooo.. that’s a STORY my dear you created it so beautifully. Soon I am following the prompt on my blog – it created ripples in my heart. Let’s break the stereotype how aptly you mention.
    Lovely post

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  40. Grady

    August 2, 2017 at 9:57 pm

    Have you ever thought about creating an ebook or guest authoring on other sites? I have a blog based on the same topics you discuss and would love to have you share some stories/information. I know my subscribers would value your work. If you are even remotely interested, feel free to shoot me an email.

    Reply
  41. Khushi@NotOnlyMakeup

    August 3, 2017 at 10:57 am

    what a beautiful story. Heart touching.
    Very well described and made me feel too.

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  42. Yogeeta

    August 3, 2017 at 4:00 pm

    I literally had goosebumps , beautiful story which depicts dumping the old stereotype things. Don’t ever stop writing. Family is so inspirational , I could literally visualize things in front of me. Brave step & brave both. Hats off to mamaji for raising both the kids in such a beautiful way. Wishes to all of you specially Preet Didi 🙂

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  43. Eli

    August 4, 2017 at 2:04 am

    Iím not that much of a online reader to be honest but your sites really nice, keep it up! I’ll go ahead and bookmark your site to come back later on. Cheers

    Reply
  44. Afsha Galar

    August 7, 2017 at 6:04 am

    Well that’s a great story written hope you have a wonderful festival

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  45. Shalu Sharma Rathod

    August 7, 2017 at 7:08 am

    I just love how you put your stories together & the mental imagery they create. And I totally agree, Rakshabandhan is not about the stories & traditions but about the bond between two people, whether it be brothers, sisters or even friends as much or even more than family.

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  46. Prisha Lalwani

    August 7, 2017 at 4:08 pm

    such aa beautifu lstory — truly exhibits what actual sibling love is.

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  47. Anamika Debnath

    August 8, 2017 at 2:27 pm

    First I thought it was a real story, anyway very well written story.

    Reply
  48. Lionel

    September 21, 2017 at 2:16 pm

    Very well written story. It will be useful to anybody who utilizes it, as well as me. Keep up the good work – for sure i will check out more posts.

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  49. Rakhi Jayashankar

    July 20, 2018 at 9:03 pm

    Very touching

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  50. Akanksha shrivastava

    August 24, 2018 at 9:11 pm

    Usually i never comment but this story is amazing and towards the woman empowerment. Keep up your great and creative craft of storytelling

    Reply
  51. Lawana

    January 6, 2019 at 2:32 am

    I am sure this paragraph has touched all the internet visitors, its really really pleasant piece of writing on building up new web site.

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