Friendship Day

Friendship Day is a celebration of mutual affection and friendship between friends. It is celebrated on different dates in different countries around the world. In India, Friendship Day is usually celebrated on the first Sunday of the month of August.

Importance of Friendship Day

Honoring friendship: This day is celebrated to recognize the importance of friends and their role in life.

Celebration of friendship: This is an occasion to spend time with friends, give them gifts, and relive the memories of friendship.

Strengthening the bond of friendship: Through this day people contact their old friends and try to strengthen their friendship.

Origin of Friendship Day

Friendship Day was started in 1930 by Joyce Hall, who founded Hallmark Cards. However, the United Nations declared July 30 as International Day of Friendship in 2011. In many countries, this day is celebrated on different dates, but in India it is a tradition to celebrate it on the first Sunday of August.

Ways of Celebration of Friendship Day

Friendship Band: On this day, friends tie friendship bands to each other as a symbol of friendship.

Giving Gifts: Giving gifts is a common practice to make friendship stronger.

Spending Time: Friends spend time with each other, eat food, and enjoy various activities.

Messages and Cards: Feelings are expressed by sending messages and friendship cards to friends.

Social Media: In modern times, people also express their love and affection towards their friends through social media.

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