They live in Mumbai and it's really not possible to go there just for a day,' said Palak Dhar, a computer engineer student from Amity University here.

The day would be a busy one for many as it is not a national holiday, and so some have planned to take a half day off Wednesday in order to celebrate the festival.

'We don't have a holiday. But I will be going to office only post-lunch. I will be meeting my sister for the Rakhi and finish the ritual before that. I also feel that the day should be made a public holiday because it is one of those rare days when you get to meet your sister, especially if she is married and living elsewhere,' said Diwash Ghatraj, a media professional.

For designer duo Parvesh-Jai, the day is meant to chill out sans their wives.

'We are planning a fun-filled Rakhi party with music and dance at one of our cousin's home in Gurgaon. They are arranging some sweets, lassi and mocktails, followed by traditional family dinner,' Jai told IANS.

'Our wives are going out of Delhi to tie Rakhi to their brothers, and as we don't have a sister we are free to chill out,' he added.

With brothers and sisters zipping across the city to meet each other on Raksha Bandhan, one can expect heavy traffic on the roads.

'I still remember the horrible experience I had last year. I was stuck in a traffic jam for an hour. I had expected less traffic, it being a holiday. But it was just the opposite,' recollects Shobit Sujoy, a software professional.

'It's best to leave early in order to reach your destination on time,' he added.

On the special occasion, Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) has offered free travel to women commuters till 5 p.m.