New Delhi, Aug. 28 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday celebrated Raksha Bandhan with schoolgirls and women at his official residence, 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in New Delhi, where handmade rakhis, cheerful conversations and innocent laughter created a warm and memorable atmosphere.

The young students tied colourful rakhis around the Prime Minister's wrist, including specially designed rakhis based on the "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" theme. The lovingly crafted threads reflected the spirit of Raksha Bandhan, a festival that celebrates affection, care, trust and the enduring bond of protection.

One of the most touching moments of the interaction came when a child asked the Prime Minister about his childhood dream. Modi responded with a simple yet a...