As the nation celebrates Raksha Bandhan 2024 on Monday, President Droupadi Murmu extended greetings on the festival that celebrates the bond between siblings.

She said the festival instills a feeling of affection and respect towards all sisters and daughters. President Murmu`s statement comes at a time when the country is witnessing several protests, especially by the medical fraternity, over the rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor inside RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. 

In a post on X, President Murmu said, "On the auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all the countrymen. This festival, based on the feeling of love and mutual trust between brothers and sisters, instills a feeling of affection and respect towards all sisters and daughters."

She also urged the citizens to take a pledge to ensure the safety and respect of women in society.

"I would like that on this festival day, all the countrymen to take a pledge to ensure the safety and respect of women in our society," the post further reads.