Raksha Bandhan is a very famous Hindu festival, and it is a festival of faith, love, and belief. This festival is dedicated to the love and affection of brothers and sisters.
03 Aug 2022
Raksha Bandhan is a very famous Hindu festival, and it is a festival of faith, love, and belief. This festival is dedicated to the love and affection of brothers and sisters. On this auspicious day, sisters tie protective bands or Rakhi on their brother’s wrists to pray for their long lives and to foster the feeling of affection and love between each other. In return, brothers offer gifts to their sisters and a promise to protect them. Considering the Hindu Calendar, Raksha Bandhan is celebrated during Purnima, or full moon day in Shravan Month.
When is Raksha Bandhan 2022?
This year in 2022, this festival will be observed and celebrated on Thursday, the 11th of August 2022. The Purnima Tithi begins at 10:38 AM on the 11th of August 2022 and will end at 7:05 AM on the 12th of August 2022. The Shubh Muhurta for Rakhi tying is between 6:07 AM to 5:59 PM.
As per the beliefs, it is said that Rakhi should not be tied during the Bhadra Kaal and Rahu Kaal as it is not auspicious during this time, and no auspicious work should be done during this time per the best astrologer in Delhi .
This festival of Raksha Bandhan is celebrated with great enthusiasm and charm, and the brothers and sisters wait for it for a long time. The sisters tie Rakhi on the brother’s wrist to foster or strengthen the sibling bond. Along with that, they also apply Roli or Chandan on their brother’s forehead and then offer sweets to them while reciting the Aarti. Brothers also offer gifts and sweets and promise to protect their sisters. This festival strengthens the bond of love, faith, and affection between sisters and brothers. We wish you all a very Happy Raksha Bandhan!
