Raksha Bandhan 2025: August 8 or 9? Here's when to tie the sacred thread this year
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, July 20, 2025: There are many relationships in life, but none quite like that of a brother and sister. Full of playful fights and silent understandings, it is a bond where a brother often stands like a shield, long before a storm hits.That’s the soul of Raksha Bandhan—a sacred thread not just tied to a wrist, but woven deep into hearts.
As the much-awaited festival approaches, sisters are busy preparing rakhis while brothers quietly plan surprises and gifts. But a big question looms this year: Should Rakhi be tied on August 8 or August 9?
The full moon (Purnima) of the Shravan month, which determines the Raksha Bandhan date, begins on August 8 at 2:12 PM and ends on August 9 at 1:24 PM.
According to scriptures and Hindu traditions, Rakhi is best celebrated on the date when Purnima aligns with sunrise—and that makes Saturday, August 9, 2025, the auspicious day for Raksha Bandhan this year.
Shubh Muhurat for Rakhi (August 9, 2025):
- Start Time: 5:35 AM
- End Time: 1:24 PM
- Total Duration: 7 hours 49 minutes
- Most Auspicious (Abhijeet) Muhurat: 12:00 PM – 12:53 PM
And here's the good news—no Bhadrakal this year! That means the entire morning window is safe and spiritually favorable for performing the ritual.Raksha Bandhan is more than a ritual—it's a celebration of trust, protection, and love.
As sisters tie rakhis with prayers for their brothers' well-being, brothers, in return, vow to protect them—emotionally, physically, and spiritually. The day is completed with joyful moments, shared laughter, traditional sweets, and heartfelt gifts.
Note: The above details are based on scriptures, Panchang (Hindu calendar), and general traditions. It's always a good idea to consult your family priest or elders before finalizing rituals.