Raksha Bandhan 2025: All you need to know about date, shubh muhurat & celebrations

Raksha Bandhan 2025 Date, Shubh Muhurarat: Raksha Bandhan, often called Rakhi, is a significant Hindu festival celebrated in August. It symbolizes the "bond of protection" where sisters tie a sacred thread (rakhi) on their brothers' wrists. This act signifies their love and prayers for their brothers' well-being, and in return, brothers promise lifelong protection.

Origin and Significance

The festival's origins are rooted in mythology, with a popular legend citing Lord Krishna and Draupadi. When Krishna was wounded, Draupadi tore a piece of her saree to tie around his finger, a gesture that moved him to vow eternal protection. Beyond family ties, Raksha Bandhan represents universal love and unity, historically extending to soldiers, friends, and neighbors as a gesture of respect and solidarity.

Raksha Bandhan 2025 Dates and Muhurat

In 2025, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on Saturday, August 9th. This date falls on the full moon (Purnima) in the Hindu month of Shravana.


The most auspicious time (Shubh Muhurat) to tie the rakhi is from 5:47 AM to 1:24 PM on August 9th. The Aparahna Muhurat runs from approximately 1:41 PM to 2:54 PM. According to Hindu tradition, the Aparahna (late afternoon) is considered the best time for the ritual. If not feasible, the Pradosh period in the evening is also suitable.

It's crucial to avoid the Bhadra period, as it's considered inauspicious for sacred work. Bhadra usually occurs during the first half of the Purnima day. The Purnima Tithi begins on August 8th at 2-3 PM and concludes on August 9th at 1:24 PM, making the morning of August 9th an ideal window, after the Bhadra period ends.

Rituals and Celebrations

Sisters prepare a "thali" containing essentials like the rakhi, roli (red thread powder), rice grains, sweets, and a diya (lamp). After performing aarti, they apply a tilak to their brothers' foreheads before tying the rakhi. Brothers then reciprocate with gifts and their vow of protection.

Regional Celebrations

The festival is celebrated with unique regional variations across India:
In West Bengal, it's known as Jhulan Purnima, focusing on the worship of Krishna and Radha.

Among the Maharashtra Koli community, it coincides with Narali Pournima, a festival celebrating the sea and coconut-harvesting traditions.

[With TOI inputs]