To strengthen the unbreakable love between brothers and sisters, a unique campaign to create “Seed Rakhis” is underway in various districts of Chhattisgarh, including Sarangarh and Bilaigarh. After the festival, the indigenous seeds embedded in these Rakhis germinate and become plants. These eco-friendly Rakhis contain indigenous seeds like rice, vegetables, and flowers. Instead of being thrown away, they spread greenery. This year, Rakshabandhan in the Sarangarh and Bilaigarh districts of Chhattisgarh will not only bring sweetness to relationships but also mark a new chapter in nature conservation. Under the guidance of the Collector and the direction of the District Panchayat CEO, women from self-help groups of the National Rural Livelihood Mission (Bihan) are engaged in the production of eco-friendly Rakhis on a large scale. This year, a total of 12,300 Rakhis are being prepared on the theme of “Seed Rakhi,” which, along with the sacred love between brothers and sisters, will also convey a beautiful message of greenery and environmental conservation to society.
“When planted in the soil, the Rakhi will grow into a plant and smile.”
The main attraction of these Rakhis is the seed placed in their center. After Rakshabandhan, these Rakhis can be planted in soil or pots, which will sprout new plants. This innovative effort by women will not only spread environmental awareness in society but will also enhance nature.
‘Bihan sisters in various villages of the district are enthusiastically engaged in Rakhi making’
Rakhis are being made with great enthusiasm by Bihan didis in various villages of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district. In this, didis of Salar and Godam are leading and making 2-2 thousand rakhis, while 1,500-1,500 rakhis are being made in Chhind, Pendravan and Salonikala. Apart from this, 1-1 thousand rakhis are being prepared in villages Kosir, Pawani and Bundeli, while this green campaign is being given shape with the production of 500 rakhis in Bonda and 300 rakhis in Lendra.
“A unique confluence of self-reliance and love for nature,”
this creative initiative by the Bihan group is becoming a powerful medium for rural women’s economic independence and self-reliance. This green innovation by the sisters, directly connecting the sacred festival of Rakshabandhan with nature, is being widely praised throughout the district and state.
