Since then this day is celebrated as Bhaiya-Dooj, when every Hindu sister prays for the long life of her brother and seek blessings from Lord 'Yama'.
This occasion is also known as Bhau-Bheej and ever since has been celebrated on the last day of the 5-day long Diwali celebrations.
On this day, girls decorate their houses and prepare mouth-watering sweets especially for their brothers.
Earlier even brothers used to excitedly await this occasion for buying gifts and jewellery for their sisters.
They used to save their pocket money in order to buy something in return. Nowadays, the pious occasion is restricted to just phone calls, e-mails, couriers, and e-greetings. The significance has been blurred with the advent of internet, cellphones and iPhones.
This Bhaiya Dooj, we hope each sister gets to meet her brothers and celebrate this day with sincerity and devotion. Happy Bhaiya Dooj!
