Raksha Bandhan

Significance

The bond of protection between brother and sister — a sister ties a rakhi on her brother's wrist, and he pledges to protect her; today, a broader celebration of care between all who share the tie.

The story behind Raksha Bandhan

The thread of raksha (protection) appears across the tradition — tied for safety, honoured as a promise. Raksha Bandhan makes it a bond between siblings: the rakhi is a small vow, answered with a gift and a lifelong pledge to stand by one another.

How Raksha Bandhan is observed

• Tying the rakhi, applying tilak, and exchanging sweets and gifts.
• Avoiding the Bhadra period for the tying muhurta.
• Family gatherings and shared meals.
• A holy dip and, traditionally, the changing of the sacred thread (Upakarma).

Puja Vidhi & Prayers

Watch the step-by-step puja vidhi, aarti, and prayers for Raksha Bandhan.

Raksha Bandhan dates (2015–2035)

Dates are computed from precise sidereal (Lahiri) astronomy for a New Delhi reference and may vary by ±1 day for some evening/midnight festivals depending on your location and regional tradition — the timings above adjust to where you are.