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The festival of Rakshabandhan is celebrated in the month of August every year to honour the relationship of sisters with their beloved brothers. Rakshabandhan means the bond of purity and protection and on this auspicious occasion, a sister ties a rakhi, which is a decorated thread, on the wrist of her brother, and applies tilak on his forehead to honour his soul, gives him an Indian sweet and prays for his longevity. The brother in return pledges to protect the dignity of all sisters.

There are various legends behind this festival.

It is said that Indrani, wife of Indra, tied a thread given to her by Lord Vishnu, to her husband to protect him during a war with the demons.

According to another legend, when Yamuna (the river) tied a rakhi to Yama, the lord of death granted her immortality. And so moved he was by the gesture, he is said to have declared that any brother who was tied a rakhi and offered to protect his sister would also become immortal.

It’s also believed that Hindu Queen Karnavati sent a Rakhi to the Muslim Mughal emperor Humayun seeking his help as she was attacked by the Sultan of Mewar. Humayun was touched by the emotion-filled Rakhi and marched to protect her kingdom of Chittor.

The legend of Rani Karnavati and emperor Humayun proves that the sacred festival is not limited to Hindus or even brothers and sisters but it is applicable to the whole world and gives the message of unity, nobility and commitment. This festival strengthens the vision of brotherhood amongst all.

This is the spirit in which our Brahma Kumaris Sisters invoke God Shiva’s blessings and tie rakhi to people of all genders, ages and faiths.

Closest Car Parking:

The closest parking is at East Gate https://maps.app.goo.gl/8cA7LK8drNktpq6fA

If there is no parking available there then there a car park close by at the Barber Art Museum Car Park https://maps.app.goo.gl/iHWTQZbSpB7L8SnYA

The Arts Building is a short walk https://maps.app.goo.gl/9xGspfTDJ7LQB6M66

Weekend Tariff £2.50

Parking at the weekend and Bank Holidays is permitted not only in the NE multi storey but across campus, charged at a £2.50 flat day rate  (chargeable hours are 8am – 6pm)

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If you don’t have the facility to use the mobile app, payment via RingGo can also be made using the following methods:

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Payment in Cash

There are payment machines available in the multi storey for those who prefer a cash option, these are located on floors 1-5

Other centrally located payment machines for use at weekends only are:
Running Track car park  –  opposite the Teaching & Learning building
Grange Road car park (next to the sports pitches)