This year, Raksha Bandhan 2023, also known as Rakhi, will be observed on August 30 and 31. Explore the festival’s history, auspicious timing, significance, and festive traditions.
Raksha Bandhan, commonly known as Rakhi, is a significant Hindu festival that commemorates the strong and special bond between siblings. The festival takes place annually on the Poornima Tithi (full moon day) of the Shravan Maas (Sawan month). During this occasion, brothers and sisters partake in various customs. Sisters tie Rakhi on their brothers’ wrists, apply tilak on their foreheads, and pray for their well-being and longevity. In return, brothers pledge to safeguard their sisters, love and cherish them, and present them with cherished gifts. In contemporary times, the tradition has evolved, and brothers may also tie Rakhi to their sisters’ wrists. Sisters often celebrate by exchanging Rakhi among themselves. If you and your siblings are observing this day, it’s essential to have a comprehensive understanding of this festival. Explore further to learn more.
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Raksha Bandhan 2023: Muhurat
This year, Raksha Bandhan falls on August 30 and 31. According to Drik Panchang, the two dates are because of Bhadra Kaal, during which one should not perform Raksha Bandhan rituals. Therefore, you can tie Rakhi on these two dates.
The raksha bandhan Bhadra Kaal end time is at 9:01 pm on August 30. Thus, you can perform rituals from this time. This year, the Raksha Bandhan Bhadra Poonch will last from 5:30 pm to 6:31 pm on August 30, and the Raksha Bandhan Bhadra Mukha will begin at 6:31 pm and end at 8:11 pm on August 30. The Poornima Tithi (Full Moon) starts on August 30 at 10:58 am and ends on August 31 at 7:05 am.
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