Thread that matters: Know what is 'Sutachi Punav' in Goa

Venita Gomes

TRIPLE CELEBRATION

People across Goa celebrated the festival of Raksha Bandhan, Narali Purnima and Sutachi Punav on Wednesday.

Sutachi Punav|Goa unique traditions|Goa festivals | Photo: KD

THREAD THAT MATTERS

Sutachi Punav is a unique traditional ritual that is performed by a male member of a family.

Sutachi Punav|Goa unique traditions|Goa festivals | Photo: KD

POWER OF PUJA

Early in the morning, the puja is performed and the sacred thread is blessed.

Sutachi Punav|Goa unique traditions|Goa festivals | Photo: KD

DIVINE BOND

A loop is made of the sacred thread and is tied around pets and other animals in the house.

Sutachi Punav|Goa unique traditions|Goa festivals | Photo: KD

ROOTED IN DEVOTION

People also tie the sacred thread to trees, books, utensils, etc.

Sutachi Punav|Goa unique traditions|Goa festivals | Photo: KD

BLESS THEM ALL

You will also find people tying the sacred thread to bikes and other important gadgets and items in the house.

Sutachi Punav|Goa unique traditions|Goa festivals | Photo: KD

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