Happy Siblings Day: History, Significance 

New Delhi: Siblings share the sweetest relationship laden with unconditional love and the promise of being with each other till the end. They are our first best friends and for all the right reasons.

On April 10, National Siblings Day is celebrated to observe the special bond that siblings share. As we gear up to celebrate the special day, here’s all that you need to know:

History and Significance of the Day:

On the 10th of April National siblings day is celebrated to observe the bond that siblings share with each other. Looking at the history of siblings day, in 1995, Claudia Evert, a paralegal from New York started celebrating National siblings day to commemorate the special bond that she share with her siblings –Alan and Lisette. Claudia lost her both siblings in two separate accidents and wanted to honour them by celebrating this day.

A similar kind of day is celebrated in India called Rakshabandhan, which cherishes and celebrates the bond between brother and sister. Countries like the USA, Canada, Australia and some parts of India celebrate Siblings’ day every year. People celebrate this day by showering gifts, appreciation and love on their siblings and celebrating their special bond.