Raksha Bandhan 2025 will be celebrated on Saturday, 9 August. As per the Hindu calendar, Purnima Tithi begins at 2:12 PM on 8 August and ends at 1:24 PM on 9 August. The shubh muhurat for tying Rakhi is between 5:37 AM and 1:24 PM on 9 August, avoiding the Bhadra period, which is considered inauspicious for religious work.
This sacred festival honours the love and duty between brothers and sisters. The sister ties a rakhi (sacred thread) around her brother’s wrist and performs an aarti. In return, the brother gives gifts and promises to protect her.
Which Hand Should You Tie the Rakhi On?
According to Hindu traditions and scriptures:
| Person | Hand to Tie Rakhi/Kalava | Details |
| Men | Right hand | Considered auspicious for all protective rituals |
| Unmarried Girls | Right hand | Follows the same custom as men |
| Married Women (Kalava) | Left hand | The hand should be closed, other hand on the head |
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- The right hand symbolises strength and positive energy.
- Tying Rakhi on this hand invites divine blessings.
- The left hand is used by married women only while tying the Kalava for spiritual reasons.
Spiritual and Mental Meaning
- The rakhi or kalava is believed to act as a protective shield.
- It brings peace of mind and strengthens self-belief.
- It also creates a sense of divine protection.
Raksha Bandhan is not only a festival of love but also of spiritual unity. Understanding the right way to follow its rituals keeps the essence of this tradition alive.
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