Muslim Family In Maharashtra's Balapur Keeps Five-Generation Dev Rakhi Tradition Alive On Raksha Bandhan
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- In the town of Balapur in Maharashtra, a Muslim family has maintained a five‑generation tradition of tying Dev Rakhi, a protective thread, on Raksha Bandhan for over 30 years.
- The practice, rooted in local customs, involves the family members preparing the rakhi and performing rituals to honor their ancestors.
- The continuity of this custom highlights the region’s cultural diversity and the family's dedication to preserving their heritage.
Covered by 3 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 33% center, 67% right.
How each side framed it
Keeping the traditional rakhi alive
Muslim Family In Maharashtra's Balapur Keeps Five-Generation Dev Rakhi Tradition Alive On Raksha Bandhan
Left-leaning outlets have under-covered this story. Of 3 outlets, only 1 are on the left of the spectrum.
Timeline
First reported by India Today on ; 3 articles from 3 outlets so far.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (1): The New Indian Express
- Right-leaning (2): India Today, Deccan Chronicle
Sources
- Muslim Family In Maharashtra's Balapur Keeps Five-Generation Dev Rakhi Tradition Alive On Raksha Bandhan — India Today (right-leaning) ·
- Bapatla Family Carries Forward 30-Year Tradition of Ganesh Idol Making — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning) ·
- Keeping the traditional rakhi alive — The New Indian Express (left-leaning) ·