Raksha Bandhan, the beloved festival that honors the bond between brothers and sisters, is eagerly awaited each year. In 2024, this special occasion will be celebrated on Monday, August 19. To ensure that the rituals are performed at the most favorable time, it’s essential to choose an auspicious period for tying the Rakhi.
Raksha Bandhan 2024: Date and Timing
Raksha Bandhan occurs on the full moon day, or Purnima, in the Hindu month of Shravana. This festival is marked by sisters tying a Rakhi, a sacred thread, on their brothers’ wrists to signify protection and love.
- Raksha Bandhan Date: Monday, August 19, 2024
- Raksha Bandhan Thread Ceremony Time: 01:30 PM to 09:08 PM
- Aparahna Time for Raksha Bandhan Muhurat: 01:43 PM to 04:20 PM
- Pradosh Time for Raksha Bandhan Muhurat: 06:56 PM to 09:08 PM
- Raksha Bandhan Bhadra End Time: 01:30 PM
- Raksha Bandhan Bhadra Punchha: 09:51 AM to 10:53 AM
- Raksha Bandhan Bhadra Mukha: 10:53 AM to 12:37 PM
Best Time for Rakhi Ceremony
According to Hindu customs, the most favorable time to tie the Rakhi is during the Aparahna period, which falls in the late afternoon. Aparahna is considered an ideal time for performing religious ceremonies. If this period is not available, the Pradosh time, which is in the evening, is also appropriate.
Times to Avoid
It is important to avoid conducting Raksha Bandhan rituals during Bhadra, which is considered an inauspicious period according to Hindu religious texts. Bhadra occurs during the initial part of Purnima Tithi, and most religious texts, including the Vratraj, recommend avoiding any auspicious activities during this time.