During the Purnima of the month of Shrawan, sisters tie Rakhis to their brothers. This day is called as "Rakhree Bandhan'. Even the near cousins used to bind Rakhis. Sisters used to come from far off places and towns to specially tie Rakhis to their brothers. There was so much affection and love. Those cities and places where there were rivers or sea, people used to offer coconuts and milk to the God of Waters 'Varun Devta, so that those who were travelling in ships and boats should have a safe and a sound journey.