Rajya Sabha MP and Infosys Chairman’s wife Sudha Murty faced backlash on social media after sharing a message about Raksha Bandhan, leading her to issue a clarification regarding her post.
On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, Murty posted a video on social media platform X explaining the significance of the festival and its traditions. She recounted a story involving Rani Karnavati of Mewar, who, facing an attack on her kingdom, sent a thread to Mughal Emperor Humayun as a call for protection. Murty emphasized the festival’s importance, stating, “Raksha Bandhan is an important festival for me, where a sister ties a thread indicating that in case of any difficulty, you should always be there to help me.”
However, the post sparked debate among users, with some disputing Murty’s account. Critics argued that the story of Raksha Bandhan is rooted in the Mahabharat, specifically involving Draupadi and Lord Krishna. According to this version, Draupadi covered Krishna’s wound with a piece of cloth, prompting him to protect her during the Chirharan incident.
In response to the backlash, Murty issued a clarification, stating, “The story I shared on Raksha Bandhan is just one of many tales associated with the festival and certainly not its origin. My intention was to highlight one of the many stories I learned about while growing up, showcasing the beautiful symbolism behind Raksha Bandhan.”
Murty further explained that there are multiple interpretations of the festival’s origins, including the tale of King Bali and Goddess Lakshmi. According to this story, Goddess Lakshmi tied a Rakhi on King Bali’s wrist on Shravana Purnima to ensure his protection, which became a tradition for Raksha Bandhan.
The clarification aims to address the confusion and emphasize that her post was intended to share one of many cultural stories related to Raksha Bandhan, rather than asserting it as the definitive origin of the festival.
Sources By Agencies