New Delhi, August 7, 2025 — Raksha Bandhan, the cherished Hindu festival celebrating the sacred bond between brothers and sisters, will be observed this year on Saturday, August 9, 2025. Families across India and abroad are preparing to mark the occasion with rituals, sweets, and heartfelt expressions of love.
Raksha Bandhan 2025 Date and Shubh Muhurat
According to the Drik Panchang and Vedic calendars:
- Festival Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
- Purnima Tithi Begins: August 8 at 2:12 PM
- Purnima Tithi Ends: August 9 at 1:24 PM
- Shubh Muhurat (Thread Ceremony): 5:47 AM to 1:24 PM
- Abhijit Muhurat (Highly Auspicious): 12:00 PM to 12:53 PM
- Bhadra Kaal Ends: Before sunrise on August 9, making the entire day auspicious for rituals
It is advised to avoid tying Rakhi during Bhadra, as it is considered inauspicious. The best time is during Aparahna (late afternoon) or Pradosh Kaal (evening) if needed.
Here are glimpses from a special Raksha Bandhan celebration at 7, LKM. pic.twitter.com/7btANoBKWo
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 19, 2024
Unique Raksha Bandhan Traditions Across India
Raksha Bandhan is celebrated differently across regions, reflecting India’s rich cultural diversity:
| State | Unique Tradition |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan | Lumba Rakhi is tied to sisters-in-law (bhabhis), symbolizing their role in family harmony |
| Tamil Nadu | Avani Avittam sees Brahmin men renew their sacred thread (janeyu) alongside Rakhi rituals |
| Odisha | Celebrated as Rakhi Purnima, with rakhis tied to Lord Jagannath and exchanged among cousins |
| Gujarat | Known as Pavitropana, devotees tie rakhis to Krishna idols for divine blessings |
| West Bengal | Celebrated as Jhulan Yatra, honoring Radha-Krishna with floral swings and community rakhis |
These traditions show how Raksha Bandhan transcends sibling ties to embrace spiritual and communal bonds.
Heartfelt Wishes and Greetings
Here are some warm Raksha Bandhan 2025 wishes to share:
- “A thread of love, a knot of protection. Happy Raksha Bandhan!”
- “You’re not just my sibling—you’re my forever friend. Happy Rakhi!”
- “May this Rakhi bring you joy, strength, and endless blessings.”
- “Distance means nothing when hearts are tied with Rakhi.”
- “To my partner in crime and protector—Happy Raksha Bandhan!”
