Raksha Bandhan 2025 Date and Time: When is Rakhi? Know Muhurat, Rituals and Significance

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Raksha Bandhan is celebrated with joy and devotion across India and among Hindus worldwide. This sacred festival is celebrated on the Purnima Tithi (Full Moon Day) in the month of Shravana (sawan), it marks the beautiful bond between brothers and sisters. As per Hinduism Raksha Bandhan rituals should be performed during Shubh Muhurat to ensure auspiciousness and spiritual harmony. This year Raksha Bandhan (Rakhi) will be celebrated on Saturday, August 9, 2025.

Why Raksha Bandhan is Celebrated?

Raksha Bandhan is a Hindu festival where sisters tie a sacred thread called Rakhi on their brothers' wrists. This symbolizes love, protection, and the eternal bond of care. In return, brothers promise to protect their sisters and give blessings and gifts.

Raksha Bandhan 2025 Muhurat: Best Time to Tie Rakhi

According to Hindu scriptures, the best time to tie Rakhi is during the Aparahna period (late afternoon) as per the Hindu division of the day. If the Aparahna window is not available, Tying Rakhi during Pradosh Kaal is also considered Shubh (Auspicious).

Why Avoid Bhadra on Raksha Bandhan?

Bhadra is believed to bring negative energy and obstruction in sacred rituals. Since Bhadra typically occurs during the first half of Purnima Tithi, tying Rakhi during this period is discouraged. While in North India, it is a common tradition to tie Rakhi early in the morning, this might unintentionally fall within Bhadra time — which is astrologically inappropriate. Thus, it's always best to wait for Bhadra to end before starting any Rakhi-related puja or tying the thread.

Raksha Bandhan Puja Vidhi (Rituals)

• Prepare a thali with roli, rice, diya, sweets, and Rakhi.
• After performing a short puja tie Rakhi around the brother’s wrist.
• Apply Tilak and perform aarti.
• Brothers offer gifts and blessings, while vowing to protect their sisters.

FAQ

1. What is the real date of Raksha Bandhan in 2025? Raksha Bandhan 2025 will be celebrated on Satuday, August 9, 2025.
2. Is Rakhi a holiday? Raksha Bandhan 2025 is a public holiday in Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Haryana.
3. Which hand to wear rakhi? In Hindu tradition Rakhi (sacred thread) is tied on the right wrist of the brother.
4. What is bhabhi rakhi called? A rakhi for a sister-in-law (bhabhi) is called a Lumba Rakhi.
5. Can two sisters tie rakhi? Yes, you can tie Rakhi to your sister on Raksha Bandhan.