Raksha Bandhan 2018 is celebrated on August 26, Sunday this year. Girls of all ages have bought the most beautiful rakhis to tie on their brother’s wrist, while brothers have selected the best present to gift their sisters. And apart from rakhis and gifts, one thing every brother and sister is also in search for is lovely festive messages, greetings, wishes, GIF images, photos to celebrate this beautiful festival dedicated to loving sibling bond all over India. As the euphoria of the festival takes centre stage, we at LatestLY bring you some of the best Raksha Bandhan messages and festive greetings that you can send to your friends and relatives on Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, Instagram or any other social messaging app that you use.

The Indian festival of Raksha Bandhan is celebrated with much fervour across the country. This year, the much-loved festival will fall on August 26, i.e. Sunday. People send greetings, festive messages and wish their brothers, sisters, relatives, friends and their close ones, on this auspicious day. It is one of the most celebrated festivals in India.

Individuals celebrate the festival in different ways. While many apply different Mehndi designs, others delight their family members by trying out special recipes. Brothers and sisters who are separated by distance, revel in the festivities of the festival by sending across letters and gifts.

And the celebrations don’t end there. Raksha Bandhan wishes, messages, picture messages, gif images, greetings, and SMSes are sent to almost everyone in your contact list – you’d be lying if you disagree!

1. Good Luck, Good Health and Goodwill, Protection From Evil…

Raksha Bandhan Greetings (Photo Credits: LatestLY/File Image)

Raksha Bandhan Greetings: Good Luck, Good Health and Goodwill, Protection From Evil, Long Life & Prosperity, and My Bestest Wishes for Your Happiness, Success and Safety. Happy Raksha Bandhan 2018!

2. This Auspicious Thread I Tie Around Your Wrist…

Raksha Bandhan Greetings (Photo Credits: LatestLY/File Image)

Happy Raksha Bandhan 2018 Message: This Auspicious Thread I Tie Around Your Wrist Today Is Just Not a Silken Thread, It Symbolises the Strong and Everlasting Bond of Love and Friendship We Share. Happy Raksha Bandhan 2018!

3. Happy Raksha Bandhan in Bollywood Style! (GIF) 

4. I Want to Promise My Dear Sister…

Raksha Bandhan Greetings (Photo Credits: LatestLY/File Image)

Latest Raksha Bandhan Message: On the Auspicious Occasion of Raksha Bandhan, I Want to Promise My Dear Sister That No Matter What, I Will Always Stand by Your Side! Sending You All My Love on This Special Day! Happy Rakhi!

5. Happy Raksha Bandhan (GIF)

6. You Were Always My Best Friend

Raksha Bandhan Greetings (Photo Credits: LatestLY/File Image)

Raksha Bandhan WhatsApp Message: You Were Always My Best Friend, Looking Out for Me, Making Sure the Path I Travelled on Was Smooth. Even If I Searched the World Over, There Cannot Be a Better Brother Than You. Wishing You Life’s Best Always!

7. Happy Brother’s and Sister’s Day! (GIF)

8. I Love You, Bro!

Raksha Bandhan Greetings (Photo Credits: LatestLY/File Image)

New Raksha Bandhan Message: You Never Say No, You Never Say Anything’s Impossible and You Never Say You Can’t. That’s My Bro, a Superman Who Make Things Possible and Who Make Paths Smoother. I Love You, Bro.

As the festival falls on a Sunday this year, it will be a treat for those who celebrate the festival. We, at LatestLY, wish you all a very Happy Raksha Bandhan 2018 and hope that you enjoy the festivities with much enthusiasm!

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 26, 2018 10:54 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).