New Delhi: One of the most sacred and awaited festivals that celebrates the bond between sisters and brothers is also known as Raksha Bandhan, one of the most celebrated festivals in the Hindu community. The festival falls in the month of Sharavan (July or August), or Sawan, on the day of full moon or Purnima, and this year the festival will be celebrated on August 9, 2025. While rooted in tradition, Raksha Bandhan has evolved to celebrate all kinds of protective and loving bonds—even between friends, cousins, and colleagues.
On this cherished festival of love, bonding and affection, brothers and sisters exchange gifts, sweets and love with one another. On this day, people also decorate their homes, offices and schools to celebrate the eternal love between a sister and a brother and make it a celebration worth remembering. If you’re looking to make the occasion memorable, here are some magical and creative decoration ideas to transform your space—be it professional, educational, or personal—into a festive haven.
Decoration ideas for home
Raksha Bandhan at home is all about emotions and comfort. To bring that festive magic alive, start with traditional décor:
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Floral Rangoli and Diyas: Use marigold petals, rose flowers, and colored powders to design a rangoli near the entrance. Add clay diyas or LED tealights for a soft, warm glow.
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Handmade Rakhi Corner: Dedicate a small table or tray to display rakhis, thalis with roli-chawal, sweets, and gifts. Drape fairy lights and hang paper lanterns above it to enhance the visual charm.
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Sibling Memory Wall: Put up printed pictures of childhood memories with your sibling using fairy lights and clothespins. Add personal notes, poems, or messages to make it heartfelt.
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Scented Décor: Use rose, sandalwood or mogra incense sticks and candles to fill the air with a festive aroma that brings back nostalgic memories.
Raksha Bandhan decoration ideas for school
Schools are the perfect place to teach the values of love, respect, and tradition. Raksha Bandhan celebrations can be both decorative and meaningful:
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Craft Corners: Let students create paper rakhis, greeting cards, or DIY gift boxes. Display them on bulletin boards decorated with streamers, paper flowers, and cut-out motifs.
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Themed Classrooms: Choose a theme like “Unity in Diversity” or “Bonds Beyond Blood.” Use student-made posters, charts, and banners to decorate accordingly.
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Stage & Assembly Décor: If a cultural program or skit is planned, decorate the stage with colourful curtains, floral garlands, and large rakhi props made from cardboard.
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Rakhi Tree: Set up a symbolic tree using branches or an artificial one, where students can hang handmade rakhis with messages promoting peace, love, and siblinghood.
Decoration ideas for office
Bringing the spirit of Raksha Bandhan into the workplace fosters team bonding and cultural appreciation. Here’s how to decorate smartly:
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Festive Desks and Common Areas: Encourage employees to decorate their workstations with traditional elements like tiny rakhis, small diyas, and colourful paper buntings. Add decorative torans to doors and partitions.
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Reception Makeover: Decorate the reception desk with elegant flower arrangements, a rakhi thali, and a welcome message. Use pastel or gold tones to keep it professional yet festive.
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Team Bonding Wall: Set up a “Gratitude Wall” where team members can write one line of appreciation for their colleagues. Decorate the wall with colourful notes, balloons, and ethnic motifs.
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Cultural Dress Code and Mini Ceremony: Encourage traditional wear for the day and set up a small corner where sisters in the office can tie rakhis to their coworkers as a gesture of goodwill and unity.
Raksha Bandhan 2025 is your chance to go beyond the usual and make the celebration truly unforgettable. Whether you’re tying the sacred thread at home, sharing the tradition with colleagues, or teaching young minds about this beautiful bond, thoughtful decorations can uplift the festive mood.