{
  "id": 3665755,
  "title": "Rakhi, Raga & Bonds: Kailash Vijayvargiya Celebrates Raksha Bandhan With Seniors At Indore Old Age Home",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/rakhi-raga-bonds-kailash-vijayvargiya-celebrates-raksha-bandhan-with",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-27T03:39:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/indore/rakhi-raga-bonds-kailash-vijayvargiya-celebrates-raksha-bandhan-with-seniors-at-indore-old-age-home"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Indore's Aastha Old Age Home in Pardeshipura recently hosted a heartwarming Raksha Bandhan celebration under the initiative ‘Aao Banaye Rakshabandhan Apno Ke Sang’ (Let's celebrate Raksha Bandhan with our loved ones). The event brought together senior citizens and people with disabilities to bond with local public representatives, including Cabinet Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya.\n\nThe festivities kicked off with the residents tying traditional rakhi threads on the wrists of the visiting dignitaries, setting a warm and familial atmosphere. Things took a fun turn when Vijayvargiya initiated a game of Antakshari, filling the air with the melodies of classic Indian songs. Both senior citizens and officials enthusiastically participated in the singing and dancing, adding to the joyous ambiance.\n\nVijayvargiya, who has been visiting the home to celebrate Raksha Bandhan and Diwali for 43 consecutive years, shared his deep affection for the institution, calling it his extended family. He expressed that witnessing the seniors' happiness during these celebrations makes the festival truly complete, adding that even losing to the residents in games of Antakshari brings him a sense of satisfaction.\n\nPrior to the cultural program, the dignitaries participated in a tree plantation drive on the premises of the old age home, further emphasizing the spirit of community and care. When asked about issues concerning US visas, Vijayvargiya playfully referred to former US President Donald Trump as \"an unpredictable uncle (Fufa),\" stating that he would not comment on Trump's future actions due to the president's unpredictable nature.",
  "summary": "Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Aastha Old Age Home in Pardeshipura witnessed heart-warming scenes on Wednesday as senior citizens and persons with disabilities celebrated Raksha Bandhan with local public representatives. The event was organised under the initiative ‘Aao Banaye Rakshabandhan Apno Ke Sang’ (Let's celebrate Raksha Bandhan with our loved ones). The celebrations began with residents tying…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}