Friendship Day: Origin and Meaning

Date and Importance in India: Celebrated on the first Sunday in August. This year, it is on August 4. A day to honor the bond between friends.

Origin: Started in the 1950s by Joyce Hall, founder of Hallmark Cards, in the USA. The idea spread quickly to other countries.

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Customary Date in India: The first Sunday in August is the chosen date for celebrations.

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International Friendship Day: Recognized by the UN in 2011. Celebrated on July 30. Focuses on world peace and unity among different cultures.

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Differences: Indian Friendship Day is about personal relationships and social activities. International Friendship Day aims to bring people around the world together.

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Ways to Celebrate: Go to your favorite restaurant for lunch. Send gifts to friends who live far away. Share a post on social media. Watch movies together.

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