Bhubaneswar, Aug 3: Friends are the family we pick for ourselves—those who laugh with us, support us through thick and thin, and make life just a little bit brighter. While International Day of Friendship is celebrated globally on July 30, India has its own special day to honor these cherished bonds. So, if you’re planning to celebrate friendship in all its glory, here’s everything you need to know to make this day unforgettable for you and your crew.
When is Friendship Day celebrated in India?
In India, Friendship Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of August every year. This year, it will be on August 3. On this day, friends come together to remember the good times they've shared, plan fun surprises, give handmade gifts, and wish each other. It's a day to celebrate the special bond of friendship.
History and significance of Friendship Day:
In India, there’s no particular history behind celebrating Friendship Day. The reason it's celebrated on the first Sunday of August is simply because it makes it easier for people to get together, since many have the day off from work.
The idea of Friendship Day started with Joyce Hall, the founder of Hallmark Cards, in the 1950s. He was the first to suggest having a day to celebrate friendships. The idea became popular in the US and eventually spread to other countries. In 2011, the United Nations officially recognized it.
Friendship Day is important because it gives people a chance to celebrate the friends who matter most in their lives and encourages building strong relationships. It's also a reminder to reconnect with old friends, fix broken bonds, spend time with your close ones, and support each other. Sharing your feelings can help boost everyone’s mental well-being and bring people closer.
On Friendship Day, friends share wishes to thank each other for always being there with support and companionship. Whether it’s a school friend, college buddy, or someone you met on a spontaneous trip, brighten their day with a sincere Friendship Day wish.
Here are some wishes for every mood that you can share with your friends:
- You've always been my safe haven, my biggest supporter, and my anchor. I’m so grateful for your friendship. Happy Friendship Day!
- You walked into my life and made it brighter, kinder, and so much better. Happy Friendship Day!
- Thank you for being the kind of friend who makes the world feel lighter. Happy Friendship Day!
- From sharing lunchboxes to life lessons, we've really come a long way, haven't we? Happy Friendship Day!
- Our friendship was built on doodles, skipped classes, and endless late-night calls. Happy Friendship Day!
- The crazy moments we had in school still bring a smile to my face. Happy Friendship Day!
- Happy Friendship Day! I put up with you because jail's too pricey, and I need someone to drag into my crimes.
- Our friendship is all about roasting each other, bonding over trauma, and dealing with terrible Wi-Fi. Happy Friendship Day!
- Happy Friendship Day! I’d fight a bear for you—well, not a grizzly, maybe just a gummy bear. Let’s keep it real.
- You’re my favorite notification, even when you text, "Bro, I did something stupid." Happy Friendship Day!
- Happy Friendship Day! Thanks for always being just one bad idea away from saying, "Okay fine, let’s do it!"
