Date & Source
Primary date
Friday, 28 August 2026
Observance
Friday, 28 August 2026
Month
August 2026
Source: Supreme Court of India calendar
Significance
Brother-sister bond celebration
Rituals & Traditions
Rakhi tyingGift exchangeSweets
Where Celebrated
All India
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Raksha Bandhan in 2026?
Raksha Bandhan 2026 is on Friday, 28 August 2026.
What is the significance of Raksha Bandhan?
Brother-sister bond celebration
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