New Delhi: Rakshabandhan, which increases affection, trust and closeness in the brother-sister relationship, will be celebrated this time on Friday, August 28, 2026. There is confusion between the dates of 27th and 28th August regarding the festival because the date of Shravan Purnima is falling on both dates. According to Panchang calculations, Purnima Tithi will start from the morning of 27th August and will continue till the morning of 28th August. Rakshabandhan will be celebrated on 28th August based on Udaya Tithi.
Will Rakshabandhan not be celebrated on 27th August?
Due to the start of Purnima Tithi on 27th August, there is confusion at some places regarding this date. However, in determining the dates of religious festivals, the date present at the time of sunrise is given special importance. Since the full moon day falls on the morning of 28th August, it has been decided to celebrate Rakshabandhan on the same day. Many almanacs and astrological calculations are also giving the date of the festival as 28th August.
When will Purnima Tithi start and end?
According to the Panchang, the full moon date of Shravan Shukla Paksha will start on August 27 at around 9:08 am and will continue till August 28 at around 9:48 am. Therefore, on the morning of 28th August, there will be enough time available for the tradition of tying Rakhi on brother’s wrist. However, there may be a difference of a few minutes in the Muhurta according to the local sunrise in different cities.
What time will be the auspicious time to tie Rakhi?
According to the Panchang calculations available for New Delhi, the auspicious time for tying Rakhi on August 28 is said to be from 5:57 am to 9:48 am. In this time of about three hours and 51 minutes, sisters can apply tilak to their brother and tie Rakhi. In other cities, slight changes in time are possible according to the local Panchang, hence people living outside should check the Muhurat of their city.
Will Bhadra also have any effect on Rakhi this time?
The timing of Bhadra is also considered while deciding the date of Rakshabandhan, as tradition recommends avoiding tying Rakhi during Bhadra. According to the available Panchang information, there will be no influence of Bhadra at the time of tying Rakhi on the morning of 28th August. This is the reason why the prescribed time of morning is considered favorable for tying Rakhi.
What is the situation regarding lunar eclipse on Rakshabandhan?
This time lunar eclipse is also in discussion around Rakshabandhan. According to reports, the partial lunar eclipse on August 28 will not be visible in India. In such a situation, there will be no direct problem regarding the visibility of the eclipse for the people living in India. There may be different opinions regarding religious beliefs, hence in this matter it would be appropriate to give priority to the local almanac or tradition.
How is the ritual of worshiping brother and sister performed?
On the day of Rakshabandhan, sisters decorate the puja thali. In this, Roli or Kumkum, Akshat, lamp and sweets are kept along with Rakhi. After applying Tilak to the brother and performing Aarti, Raksha Sutra is tied on his wrist. After this the brother gives a gift to the sister and promises to always stand together. In many families, traditional dishes are also prepared on this occasion.
Why is the festival of Rakshabandhan considered so special?
Rakshabandhan is not limited to just the ritual of tying Rakhi. It is a festival of emotional bond between brothers and sisters and responsibility towards each other. The ways of celebrating festivals have changed with time. Now brothers and sisters wish online and send Rakhi even while living far away, but the basic spirit of the festival remains the same. This year too, Rakshabandhan will be celebrated across the country on 28th August and sisters will tie Rakhi on the wrists of brothers at the auspicious time.
