Raksha Bandhan 2025 Date & Muhurat: Is Rakhi on August 8 or 9? Know the Shubh Time to Tie Rakhi
Raksha Bandhan 2025 will be celebrated on August 9, with the Shubh Muhurat to tie Rakhi from 5:47 AM to 1:24 PM, as per Drik Panchang. The festival honours the sacred bond between siblings, symbolising love, protection, and unity.
Raksha Bandhan 2025 will be celebrated on August 9. The Shubh Muhurat to tie rakhi is from 5:47 AM to 1:24 PM, as per Drik Panchang.
Happy Raksha Bandhan 2025! The much-awaited festival celebrating the sacred bond between brothers and sisters is just around the corner. As per Drik Panchang, Raksha Bandhan 2025 will be celebrated on Saturday, August 9. The Shubh Muhurat to tie rakhi is from 5:47 AM to 1:24 PM.
Raksha Bandhan 2025 Date & Time
- Festival Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
- Shubh Muhurat: 5:47 AM – 1:24 PM (Aparahna is considered the best time)
- No Bhadra Influence: This year, there is no Bhadra during the daytime on Raksha Bandhan, making the entire morning till early afternoon auspicious.
- According to Drik Panchang, Aparahna (late afternoon) is the most auspicious period for tying rakhi. If Aparahna is not available, Pradosh time can also be used for rituals.
When to Avoid Tying Rakhi
- Astrologers confirm that Bhadra, considered inauspicious for Raksha Bandhan rituals, will not affect the celebrations this year.
- Bhadra Timing: Begins August 8 at 2:12 PM and ends August 9 at 1:52 PM.
- Panchak: Starts at 2:11 AM on August 10 and ends at 5:20 AM on August 9, so it won’t impact the festival day.
Significance of Raksha Bandhan
The name Raksha Bandhan means “bond of protection”. On this day, sisters tie a rakhi around their brother’s wrist, praying for his happiness and well-being. In return, brothers promise to protect their sisters for life.
The festival has deep roots in Indian mythology — from the tale of Lord Krishna and Draupadi to the story of Yamuna and Yama — each highlighting love, trust, and lifelong protection.
Today, Raksha Bandhan extends beyond blood relations, with many tying rakhis to friends, mentors, or anyone they consider a protector. It’s a celebration of sibling love, unity, and emotional bonds that strengthen families and communities.
