"Not My Real Sister, But Better": Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Dev Sai Gets Emotional After Martyr's Wife Ties Rakhi
Ahead of Rakshabandhan, an atmosphere of deep emotion and profound respect filled the capital city of Raipur during the special "Sneh Ki Dor" event held at the Balbir Singh Juneja Indoor Stadium. In a touching moment that resonated across the state, Madhuri Verma—the wife of martyred Sub-Inspector Yugal Kishore Verma, who laid down his life fighting Naxal violence—tied a sacred Rakhi on the wrist of Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai.
A Moving Interaction That Brought the Chief Minister to Tears
The symbolic ceremony bridges a bond of pure affection, respect for supreme sacrifice, and unwavering family support for those who have suffered the heavy toll of left-wing extremism. Overcome with emotion as the sacred thread was tied, Chief Minister Sai shared a deeply personal reflection with the gathering.
"I don't have a real sister. We are just brothers. Today, Madhuri ji tied a Rakhi on my wrist. I have found a sister who is better than a real sister," CM Sai said in a choked, emotional voice. The poignant words instantly moved the entire auditorium, highlighting a unique union between the state's highest executive and a grieving family that sacrificed its world for the security of the motherland.
Chief Minister Assures Lifelong Support for Martyr's Family
Reassuring the grieving family during the interaction, Chief Minister Sai declared that the kin of martyred security personnel are never alone. He emphasized that watching over their welfare, happiness, dignity, and future is not merely an administrative obligation of the state machinery, but a deeply personal moral duty.
