New Delhi, Aug. 9 -- President Droupadi Murmu, on the auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan, met and interacted with students from diverse educational institutions, including government schools, Kendriya Vidyalayas, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs) along with Children with Special Needs, representing various States and Union Territories at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Saturday.

As per an official statement from the Ministry of Education, the celebration highlighted the cultural diversity of India and the spirit of unity. In her address, the President emphasised that Raksha Bandhan symbolises a bond of love that can be shared with anyone, including elders, peers and even the environment.

She emphasised ...