August 28, 2026 • Friday
Purnima, Shravana Month
Date
August 28, 2026
Tithi
Purnima, Shravana Month
Muhurat
Rakhi Tying Muhurat: 1:43 PM – 9:22 PM (post-Bhadra, IST)
Raksha Bandhan 2026 falls on August 28th (Friday) on the Purnima of the Shravana month. Sisters tie a sacred thread (rakhi) on their brothers' wrists, symbolizing love, protection, and an eternal bond. In return, brothers pledge to protect their sisters and offer gifts. The festival has deep Vedic roots — 'Raksha' means protection and 'Bandhan' means bond. One must be careful about Bhadra timing — Rakhi should not be tied during the Bhadra period.
Bhadra is inauspicious for tying Rakhi. Check exact Bhadra end time for your city before beginning the ceremony.
After Bhadra ends, tie Rakhi during the auspicious afternoon window. Perform aarti, apply tilak, tie rakhi, offer sweets.
Brother gives a gift to sister as a token of his love and promise of protection.
Raksha Bandhan 2026 falls on August 28th, Friday.
The auspicious Rakhi tying muhurat is 1:43 PM to 9:22 PM IST on August 28, 2026 — after the Bhadra period ends. Avoid tying Rakhi in the morning when Bhadra is active.
Bhadra is an inauspicious period associated with Shani's sister, Bhadra. Tying Rakhi during Bhadra is traditionally considered harmful to the brother. Always check when Bhadra ends on Raksha Bandhan day before performing the ceremony.
Yes, Rakhi can be tied until the Purnima tithi is active, which usually extends into the evening. The muhurat window of 1:43 PM to 9:22 PM covers this. However, earlier in the afternoon is considered more auspicious.
Traditional gifts include cash, clothes, jewellery, sweets, or anything the sister wishes for. In modern times, experiences (spa, travel), gadgets, or heartfelt personalized gifts are also popular. The sentiment of the promise of protection matters most.
Ask Pandit Shivananda for puja guidance and spiritual advice.