The festival of Raksha Bandhan, also known as the festival of Rakhi, is celebrated every year as a tribute to the loving relationship between brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters tie a sacred thread, known as a rakhi, on their brothers' wrists. Brothers, in turn, promise to always protect their sisters from any harm that may come their way. Hence the name Raksha Bandhan, where "Raksha" means protect and "Bandhan" means bond. This year, Rakhi or Raksha Bandhan is falling on a Sunday - August 26. To celebrate this festival, brothers and sisters meet and exchange wishes. Sisters then tie a rakhi on their brothers' wrists, and an exchange of gifts usually takes place. Those who cannot meet exchange wishes over the phone and on the Internet.
Are you celebrating Raksha Bandhan away from your siblings? Don't worry! We have compiled a list of images and GIFs you can share with your siblings to let them know you are thinking of them on this special occasion.
Here are some Raksha Bandhan images you can share with your brothers and sisters over WhatsApp and social media to make their day.
Raksha Bandhan: Share this image with your siblings on Rakhi
Happy Raksha Bandhan: Here's a special message for your brother
May the festival of Rakhi only remind us that our bond grows stronger with time. Happy Raksha Bandhan to my brother!
Happy Raksha Bandhan!
Rakhi 2018: Wish your siblings with this Raksha Bandhan message
You have helped me grow and bloom into the person I am today. Happy Rakhi :)
Happy Rakhi: Celebrate this day with your sisters and brothers
Happy Raksha Bandhan: Share this Rakhi message
Happy Raksha Bandhan pic
Happy Raksha Bandhan: Share this Rakhi message with your siblings
You have guided me, protected me, held my hand through thick and thin. On Raksha Bandhan, I promise to do the same for you! Happy Rakhi
Even though we will not be together this Raksha Bandhan, think of this Rakhi as a thread to keep us connected.
A picture not enough to express your special bond? Here are some Raksha Bandhan GIFs you can send to your sisters and brothers:
Here are some Raksha Bandhan greetings and messages that you can share along with the images and GIFs on the festival of sibling love:
You've seen me grow up, and you've helped me every step of the way. Happy Rakhi!
Thinking of you and sending a lot of love your way on this special day. Happy Raksha Bandhan!
I hope your day is full of smiles and sunshine. Happy Rakhi to my sister.
May this sacred thread always keep our bond intact. Sending good wishes your way on the auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan.
Having a sibling is like having a friend for life. To let your siblings know how much you appreciate their friendship and support, here are some more Raksha Bandhan messages and wishes you can share with them.
How are you celebrating Raksha Bandhan? Let us know using the comments section below.
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