Raksha Bandhan is a traditionally Hindu celebration that honors the relationship and love between siblings. This celebration is dedicated to brothers and sisters and sibling relationships that are not always biological.

To commemorate this day, a sister will tie a rakhi around the wrist of her brother. The sister will pray for his prosperity, health, and well-being, and in return, the brother offers a gift and promises to protect his sister from any harm under any circumstance.

This festival not only celebrates biological siblings but also celebrates relative and sibling relationships belonging to distant family members, relatives, and cousins.

Read more information about Raksha Bandha, such as the origin of and the importance of this holiday and why it is celebrated.

How to Observe Raksha Bandhan

• Well wishes: An email, greeting card, or simple Post-It Note is the perfect way to let your employees know that you are thinking of them on this special day.

• Office Potluck: Celebrate the diverse groups in your workplace by encouraging everyone to bring a different dish to share and enjoy together.

Communications Template for Raksha Bandhan

[Subject: Raksha Bandhan]

Hi everyone, today, August 30 is Raksha Bandhan, which is a traditionally Hindu celebration that honors the relationship and love between siblings.

This is revered festival and involves the ritual of sisters tying a woven bracelet around their brothers' wrists, symbolizing prayers for their well-being.

This ritual, accompanied by the exchange of gifts, strengthens the sibling bond and highlights the celebration's essence of love and protection.

We’d like to wish a happy Raksha Bandhan to those who celebrate, and we hope you have a great day!

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