Shillong, Aug 28: Raksha Bandhan, popularly known as Rakhi, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. This festival is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravana, also known as Sawan.

On this auspicious day, sisters tie a sacred thread called “Rakhi” around their brothers’ wrists, symbolising their love, care, and protection. In return, the brothers give gifts, and blesses their sisters.

Raksha Bandhan, or Rakhi, is celebrated in all parts of the country with different names, rituals, and cultural and historical significance.

Like every year, this year too, people are confused about the Rakshabandhan date, as some suggest it’s on the 30th, while another set of people are claiming it to be on the 31st.  However, regardless of the date, the essence of Raksha Bandhan remains the same – a celebration of the bond between brothers and sisters.

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So in this article, we will inform you about when to celebrate Raksha Bandhan, Purnima timing, Bhadra kaal, and also about the Shubh Muhurat to celebrate this festival.

When is Raksha Bandhan—August 30th or August 31st?

Raksha Bandhan is a Sanskrit word that means “the bond of protection.” It is a traditional Hindu festival celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravana, or Sawan. Every year, Rakhi falls in the month of August.

According to Drik Panchang, this year the festival of Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on August 30 (Wednesday). However, because of Bhadra Kaal, it is suggested that sisters tie a rakhi on August 31.

Raksha Bandhan 2023: Date & Time

Purnima Tith or Full Moon Begin: August 30 2023, 10:58 PM

Purnima Tithi or Full Moon Ends: August 31 at 7:05 AM

Raksha Bandhan Bhadra Poonch: August 30, 5:30 pm – 6:31 pm

Raksha Bandhan Bhadra Mukha: August 30, 6:31 pm – 8:11 pm

Raksha Bandhan Bhadra Ends: 9:01 PM

Raksha Bandhan Shubh Muhrat: 30 August, after 9:01 PM

Why is Raksha Bandhan being celebrated on two days?

This year, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on two dates, August 30 and August 31, because of Bhadra Kaal.

What is Bhadra Kaal?

According to Hindu astrology,  Bhadra Kaal is an inauspicious time frame, and during this period, people are advised not to get engaged in any kind of good or sacred activities.

The August 30 full moon coincides with the span of Bhadra, which will end around 9 p.m. Due to this celestial placement, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on two days.

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