Raksha Bandhan 2025: Date, Time, and Auspicious Muhurat to Tie Rakhi

Updated: 28-06-2025, 11.14 PM

Raksha Bandhan, one of India’s most cherished festivals, celebrates the timeless bond between brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters tie a sacred thread—rakhi—on their brothers’ wrists, praying for their long life and prosperity. In return, brothers pledge to protect and support their sisters. As Raksha Bandhan 2025 approaches, here’s all you need to know about the exact date, timing, and the most auspicious muhurat to celebrate this festival of love.

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📅 When is Raksha Bandhan 2025?

According to the Hindu Panchang (calendar), Raksha Bandhan is celebrated on the full moon (Purnima) of the Shravan month. This year, Purnima Tithi will begin on August 8 at 2:12 PM and will end on August 9 at 1:21 PM.

However, Raksha Bandhan is observed based on the sunrise or ‘Udaya Tithi’. Therefore, **Raksha Bandhan 2025 will be celebrated on **Saturday, August 9. This is the ideal day for sisters to tie rakhi on their brothers’ wrists and perform the traditional rituals.

⏰ Auspicious Time (Shubh Muhurat) to Tie Rakhi

The most auspicious time to tie rakhi on August 9 starts at 5:35 AM and goes up to 1:24 PM.
Within this period, the Abhijit Muhurat—considered extremely powerful and auspicious—falls between 12:00 PM to 12:53 PM. This time window is especially recommended for those seeking spiritual and astrological benefits during the ritual.

Performing the rakhi ceremony during these favorable timings is believed to bring harmony, good fortune, and strong sibling ties throughout the year.

Whether you’re celebrating with family or across long distances, marking the moment during the right muhurat can add spiritual depth to this beautiful occasion. So mark your calendar, prepare your rakhis, and get ready for a heartfelt celebration of sibling love on August 9, 2025.

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