Jaipur, Rajasthan — Raksha Bandhan, the beloved Indian festival celebrating the sacred bond between siblings, will be observed on Saturday, August 9, 2025. This year’s celebration aligns with Shravana Purnima, the full moon day in the Hindu lunar calendar, making it a spiritually significant occasion for millions across the country.

Raksha Bandhan 2025 Date & Shubh Muhurat

• Festival Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
• Purnima Tithi Begins: August 8 at 2:12 PM
• Purnima Tithi Ends: August 9 at 1:24 PM
• Thread Ceremony (Rakhi Tying) Muhurat: 5:47 AM to 1:24 PM
• Bhadra Period: Ends before sunrise on August 9

The morning hours are considered highly auspicious for performing Rakhi rituals, as the inauspicious Bhadra Kaal concludes before sunrise. This ensures that families can celebrate with spiritual harmony and traditional precision.

Rituals & Traditions

Raksha Bandhan is marked by heartfelt rituals that symbolize love, protection, and familial unity:

• Sisters prepare a puja thali with rakhi threads, roli (vermilion), akshat (rice grains), sweets, and a lit diya.
• The rakhi is tied on the right wrist of the brother, followed by a tilak and aarti.
• Brothers offer gifts and vow lifelong protection.
• In many households, Lumba Rakhi is tied to sisters-in-law, extending the tradition to newer family bonds2.

Cultural Significance

Beyond its religious roots, Raksha Bandhan has evolved into a broader celebration of emotional ties. It’s common to see rakhis exchanged between cousins, friends, and even community protectors like soldiers and police officers.

Historical legends add depth to the festival’s meaning:

• Draupadi and Krishna: A tale of protection and divine promise.
• Rani Karnavati and Humayun: A political gesture turned sacred tradition2.

Festive Buzz

Markets are already brimming with rakhis ranging from traditional silk threads to designer pieces. Sweet shops are preparing festive favorites like kaju katli and motichoor laddus, while courier services gear up for a surge in gift deliveries.

With Raksha Bandhan falling on a Saturday, families are expected to turn the day into full-fledged reunions, blending tradition with togetherness.