Raksha Bandhan 2017: Quotes and messages

Raksha Bandhan celebrates the love and duty between brothers and sisters. The sister tie a rakhi on brother's hand, then prays to express her love and her wish for his well being.

Raksha Bandhan celebrates the love and duty between brothers and sisters. Photo: PTI

NEW DELHI: Raksha Bandhan, meaning "bond of protection", is celebrated as a festival that strengthens the bond between brothers and sisters. As a token of respect, sisters tie 'rakhi' (sacred thread) on hands of their brothers which symbolizes their love. Brother, in return, gives her a token gift and a promise to protect her. It is observed on the full moon day of the Hindu calendar month of Shravana, which typically falls in the month of August. This year it's falling on August 7 Raksha Bandhan a festival of love, care and friendship between brothers and sisters is just around the corner, and Indian markets are full of colourful Rakhies and presents. Where sisters are looking at every corner of beautiful shops to get the best Rakhi for their brothers, Brothers on the other side are struggling to find the best gift for their sisters Sadly, many of us would not be sharing sweets and presents with our loved siblings as work and in some cases studies would be keeping us away. But this Raksha Bandhan, don’t let distance create any hitch in making her feel special, Meratask, an instant delivery app is all set to bridge the distance between you and your sibling by providing same day delivery services to you, enabling you to track the delivery status and let you enjoy the very essence of the festival. So no matter where you are, Meratask will deliver your Rakhi or gifts anywhere across Delhi-NCR on the same day! Cheers to the bond of Brother-Sister!!! Here are some well put Raksha Bandhan Quotes for you. 1: Times and money change many things. Be our love and the bond we share never changes. This Rakhi brings all my blessings, love and care for you. Happy Raksha Bandhan to you 2: Memories may fade away with time but the love we share as a brother and sister will never fade away, rather it will multiply over the years. Happy Raksha Bandhan 3: This is a bond of love. A bond of togetherness. It’s a thread that binds our lives and our hearts. No matter how far we are, this day always bring back the happy days we shared during childhood. Happy Raksha Bandhan. 4: On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, I want to send all my love and good wishes to my dear sister who has always been my best friend. I am blessed to have you as a piller of strength. I thank God Almighty for this. Happy Raksha Bandhan. 5: All other festivals may be very colourful but no festival is as powerful as Raksha Bandhan. It makes our bond stronger and stronger. Happy Raksha Bandhan. 6: To outside world we grow old, but not to brothers and sisters. We know each other as we were as children. We always believe in innocent child living in our hearts. Happy Raksha Bandhan 7: The childhood days we have spent together are really memorable. This year perhaps I will not be able to meet you on Rakhi but my sincere wishes are for you for both your personal and professional life. Happy Raksha Bandhan 8: Days go past so fast in our life that we don't even remember to express our deep love for each other. Raksha Bandhan comes as a glorious opportunity though which I tell you that you have been the most loving sister/bother to me. I wish you all the best in your life. Happy Raksha Bandhan 9: The occasion of Raksha Bandhan is the best time us siblings, to reminisce fondly the wonderful moment we have spent together, sharing each other’s joys and sorrows, since childhood. I thank you for all the smiles that you have brought to my face since childhood, dear sister/brother. Happy Raksha Bandhan 10: On the auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan, I promise you that no matter what I will always stand by your side.  I pray to God that, may our bond of love continue to grow stronger with each passing year. Happy Raksha Bandhan 11: To outside world we grow old, but not to brothers and sisters. We know each other as we were as children. We always believe in innocent child living in our hearts. Happy Raksha Bandhan.