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    Raksha Bandhan Puja Thali: What's to include in Rakhi Thali

    Raksha Bandhan Puja Thali holds special meaning. Here's a guide to 10 essential items to include in your Rakhi thali for blessings, love, and traditions.

    MC Religion Desk
    August 05, 2025 / 17:46 IST
    The main element of the thali, Rakhi is tied on the brother's wrist as a symbol of love, protection, and the sacred bond shared between siblings. (image: canva)
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    The main element of the thali, Rakhi is tied on the brother's wrist as a symbol of love, protection, and the sacred bond shared between siblings. (image: canva)
    Roli is used for applying a red tilak on the brother’s forehead during the puja. It brings good fortune, respect, and divine blessings. (image: canva)
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    Roli is used for applying a red tilak on the brother’s forehead during the puja. It brings good fortune, respect, and divine blessings. (image: canva)
    Akshat is sprinkled over the tilak. These unbroken rice grains signify purity, wholeness, and a wish for a prosperous future. (image: canva)
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    Akshat is sprinkled over the tilak. These unbroken rice grains signify purity, wholeness, and a wish for a prosperous future. (image: canva)
    A lit diya spreads light and positivity. It is offered to the deities and waved around the brother as part of the aarti ritual. (image: canva)
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    A lit diya spreads light and positivity. It is offered to the deities and waved around the brother as part of the aarti ritual. (image: canva)
    Sweets like laddoos or barfis are fed to the brother after tying Rakhi, signifying the sweetness and joy in your sibling bond. (image: canva)
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    Sweets like laddoos or barfis are fed to the brother after tying Rakhi, signifying the sweetness and joy in your sibling bond. (image: canva)
    A small kalash with holy water or Ganga Jal is placed on the thali, representing purity, life energy, and spiritual connection. (image: canva)
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    A small kalash with holy water or Ganga Jal is placed on the thali, representing purity, life energy, and spiritual connection. (image: canva)
    Fragrant incense sticks are lit to purify the surroundings, invoke blessings, and create a serene and divine atmosphere. (image: canva)
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    Fragrant incense sticks are lit to purify the surroundings, invoke blessings, and create a serene and divine atmosphere. (image: canva)
    Fresh flowers in the thali are a sign of devotion and are offered to both the deities and the brother for blessings and beauty. (image: canva)
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    Fresh flowers in the thali are a sign of devotion and are offered to both the deities and the brother for blessings and beauty. (image: canva)
    A whole coconut is considered highly auspicious and is often included as a mark of purity, protection, and sacred offering. (image: canva)
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    A whole coconut is considered highly auspicious and is often included as a mark of purity, protection, and sacred offering. (image: canva)
    Offering coins or dakshina in the thali is a way of showing respect and gratitude to the divine and seeking blessings of abundance. (image: canva)
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    Offering coins or dakshina in the thali is a way of showing respect and gratitude to the divine and seeking blessings of abundance. (image: canva)
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