Raksha Bandhan 2025 Date & Muhurat: Avoid Bhadra, Know Ritual Timings
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Raksha Bandhan is a cherished Hindu festival that beautifully celebrates the sacred bond between brothers and sisters. Each year, this occasion brings families together, marked by the sister tying a Rakhi on her brother’s wrist, praying for his well-being, while the brother vows to protect her always.
Falling on Shravan Purnima, Raksha Bandhan is an ancient festival rooted in love, trust and tradition. In 2025, this special day holds its own unique timing and significance.
When is Raksha Bandhan in 2025?
According to the Hindu Panchang, Raksha Bandhan in 2025 will be celebrated on Saturday, August 9, 2025.
As Purnima is on Udayatithi (when Purnima prevails at sunrise), the festival and all related rituals will be observed on Saturday, August 9.
Auspicious time to tie Rakhi in 2025
The best time to tie Rakhi this year is from 5:39 AM to 1:34 PM on Saturday, August 9, 2025.
After 1:34 PM, the Purnima Tithi ends and the Bhadra period begins, during which it is considered inauspicious to perform Raksha Bandhan rituals .
What is Bhadra and why avoid it?
In Hindu tradition, Bhadra is a particular period considered unfavourable for many auspicious activities.
Thankfully, in 2025, there’s no overlap between Bhadra and the main Raksha Bandhan ritual time, so families can comfortably celebrate during the morning hours until 1:34 PM.
Significance of Raksha Bandhan
Raksha Bandhan is more than just tying a thread. It symbolises unconditional love, lifelong protection, and respect between siblings. Beyond family ties, it is a reminder of unity, faith, and the strength of human bonds that transcend blood relations.
Raksha Bandhan remains a timeless tradition that unites hearts every year.
Falling on Shravan Purnima, Raksha Bandhan is an ancient festival rooted in love, trust and tradition. In 2025, this special day holds its own unique timing and significance.
When is Raksha Bandhan in 2025?
According to the Hindu Panchang, Raksha Bandhan in 2025 will be celebrated on Saturday, August 9, 2025.
- Shravan Purnima Tithi starts on Friday, August 8 at 12:12 PM.
- Shravan Purnima Tithi ends on Saturday, August 9 at 1:24 PM.
As Purnima is on Udayatithi (when Purnima prevails at sunrise), the festival and all related rituals will be observed on Saturday, August 9.
Auspicious time to tie Rakhi in 2025
The best time to tie Rakhi this year is from 5:39 AM to 1:34 PM on Saturday, August 9, 2025.
After 1:34 PM, the Purnima Tithi ends and the Bhadra period begins, during which it is considered inauspicious to perform Raksha Bandhan rituals .
What is Bhadra and why avoid it?
In Hindu tradition, Bhadra is a particular period considered unfavourable for many auspicious activities.
- Bhadra begins on Shravan Purnima, August 8 at 2:12 PM.
- It ends on August 9 at 1:52 AM.
Thankfully, in 2025, there’s no overlap between Bhadra and the main Raksha Bandhan ritual time, so families can comfortably celebrate during the morning hours until 1:34 PM.
Significance of Raksha Bandhan
Raksha Bandhan is more than just tying a thread. It symbolises unconditional love, lifelong protection, and respect between siblings. Beyond family ties, it is a reminder of unity, faith, and the strength of human bonds that transcend blood relations.
- Festival date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
- Auspicious Rakhi tying time: 5:39 AM – 1:34 PM
- Avoid tying Rakhi during Bhadra: August 8, 2:12 PM – August 9, 1:52 AM
Raksha Bandhan remains a timeless tradition that unites hearts every year.
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