Mark Your Calendars: Raksha Bandhan 2025 Promises Auspicious Moments, Age-Old Legends, and Heartfelt Rituals
Mark Your Calendars: Raksha Bandhan 2025 Promises Auspicious Moments, Age-Old Legends, and Heartfelt Rituals
Raksha Bandhan, also known as Rakhi Purnima, is one of India’s most loved festivals, celebrating the beautiful bond between brothers and sisters. In 2025, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on Saturday, August 9, with families across the country preparing for a day filled with rituals, love, and togetherness.
Raksha Bandhan 2025 Date and Muhurat
This year, the festival falls on the full moon day (Purnima) of the Hindu month of Shravana. According to Hindu tradition, the most auspicious time for tying the Rakhi is during the Aparahna Muhurat, which is from 1:41 PM to 2:54 PM on August 9.
The overall time window for the Rakhi tying ceremony begins early in the morning at 6:03 AM and ends at 2:54 PM. However, it is important to avoid tying Rakhi during the Bhadra period, which is considered inauspicious. The Bhadra phase usually falls in the first half of the Purnima Tithi. Rituals should begin only after Bhadra ends to ensure the ceremony remains sacred and meaningful.
The Rituals and Celebrations
Raksha Bandhan is celebrated with great enthusiasm in homes across India. The day starts with sisters preparing a special thali that includes a Rakhi thread, roli (vermilion), rice, sweets, and a diya (lamp).
During the ceremony, sisters tie the Rakhi on their brothers’ wrists, apply a tilak on their foreheads, and pray for their health and happiness. In return, brothers give gifts and take a lifelong vow to protect and stand by their sisters. The festival often ends with a family meal and the exchange of blessings.
Significance of Raksha Bandhan
More than just a ritual, Raksha Bandhan is a celebration of the strong emotional bond between siblings. It is a day that highlights the values of love, protection, and family unity. By observing traditional customs and following the right muhurat, families can make the occasion even more special and spiritually uplifting.
The Festival’s Origins
Raksha Bandhan finds its roots in history and mythology. One famous story is of Queen Karnavati of Mewar, who sent a Rakhi to Mughal Emperor Humayun seeking protection for her kingdom. Another well-known tale comes from the Mahabharata, where Draupadi tied a strip of cloth to Lord Krishna’s wrist, and in return, he vowed to protect her forever.
Whether it’s through legends or modern-day celebrations, Raksha Bandhan continues to be a festival that strengthens the bond of love between siblings across generations.
