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Raksha Bandhan Notes: What to Write in a Rakhi Card

Raksha Bandhan celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. A sister ties a rakhi on her brother's wrist, and he promises to protect her — today, siblings of all kinds celebrate the day. A handwritten note makes the rakhi or gift even more special.

Choose a note to a brother, to a sister, or one for siblings who are far apart, decorate with a rakhi or diya, and download it.

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Print as a folded card

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Write [Name] in your note where the name goes, then list the names below — one per line (up to 50).

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How to write a raksha bandhan note

  • Mention childhood memories — the fights and the fun.
  • Thank them for being there for you.
  • If you are apart, say the bond is as strong as ever.
  • Send the note with a rakhi or gift by post.
  • The Rakhi festive style features a rakhi and diya.

What to write in a Raksha Bandhan card

For an elder brother

“Happy Raksha Bandhan, Bhaiya! Thank you for always protecting me — and for letting me win our fights sometimes.”

For a younger brother

“Happy Rakhi, chhote! You may be younger, but you have always had my back. Love you.”

For a sister (from a brother)

“Happy Raksha Bandhan, didi. Thank you for the rakhi and for being my first best friend. I will always be there for you.”

For a sibling far away

“Even though you are miles away, this rakhi carries all my love. Happy Raksha Bandhan!”

For a cousin

“Happy Raksha Bandhan! Cousins by birth, siblings by heart.”

For a sister (from a sister)

“Happy Rakhi to my sister, my partner in crime and my forever support.”

Funny

“Happy Raksha Bandhan! I have tied the rakhi — now where is my gift?”

Short

“A thread of love, a lifetime of protection. Happy Raksha Bandhan!”

Short raksha bandhan messages

  • Happy Raksha Bandhan!
  • Thank you for always being there.
  • Siblings forever.
  • Love you, Bhaiya!
  • This thread holds a lifetime of love.

Copy any of these onto the note above, then make it personal with a name or a shared memory.

Raksha Bandhan note templates

Each of these is available as a template in the editor above — pick it from the Message template menu and edit it on the page.

To a brother
Dear Bhaiya, Happy Raksha Bandhan! Thank you for always protecting me, teasing me and being my biggest supporter. I am so lucky to have a brother like you. With love, [Your Name]
To a sister
Dear [Name], Happy Raksha Bandhan! Thank you for the rakhi and for being the best sister anyone could ask for. I promise to always be there for you. Your loving brother, [Your Name]
From far away
Dear [Name], Even though we are apart this Raksha Bandhan, this thread of love is as strong as ever. Thank you for always being there for me. With love, [Your Name]

When is Raksha Bandhan?

It falls on the full-moon day of the Hindu month of Shravana, usually in August.

How to make your note

  1. Pick a message template, then click the page and replace the [bracketed] words.
  2. Format any words with bold, underline, size, colour or alignment using the bar above the page.
  3. Choose a page style, page size and handwriting font in the Style tab.
  4. Open Add elements to place decorations — drag to move, drag the corner to resize, × to delete.
  5. Download your note as a PDF, image or Word file.
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Frequently asked questions

What do I write for my brother on Raksha Bandhan?

Thank him for always protecting and supporting you, share a childhood memory, and tell him how lucky you are to have him.

What do I write for my sister on Rakhi?

Thank her for the rakhi and for being a wonderful sister, and promise to always be there for her.

When is Raksha Bandhan?

On the full moon of Shravana, usually in August.

What if my sibling lives far away?

Use the long-distance template and post it with a rakhi or send the image.

Which elements suit the note?

Rakhi, diya, gift box, hearts and sparkles.

Can I send it on WhatsApp?

Yes. Download the PNG image and share it.

What do I write on a rakhi card for my brother?

Thank him for protecting and supporting you, share a childhood memory, and tell him how lucky you are to have him.

What does a brother write to his sister on Raksha Bandhan?

Thank her for the rakhi and for being a wonderful sister, and promise to always be there for her.

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