Another story is that of Kavita, a 50-year-old homemaker from rural Maharashtra. Kavita lives with her husband, children, and grandchildren in a small village. She spends her days managing the household, cooking traditional meals, and taking care of her grandchildren.
These festivals highlight the emotional bonds. On Karva Chauth, the entire family stays awake to support the mother fasting for the father’s long life. Meanwhile, Raksha Bandhan triggers the story of the Beta-Beti (son-daughter) dynamic. Even if a brother lives in Chicago and a sister in Pune, the rakhi travels via speed post, carrying a story of longing.