Quick Information
2026 Date
28 August 2026
Duration
1 Day
Calendar
Lunar
About Raksha Bandhan
Raksha Bandhan (रक्षा बंधन) is a festival in the Hindu calendar. Bond between brothers and sisters.
It follows the Lunar calendar tradition. It is observed over 1 day.
Verified 2026 Date
Date:
Primary source: Supreme Court of India calendar.
Muhurat note: No primary-source, city-specific puja muhurat has been verified for this page. Do not infer a local time from the festival date.
Rituals & Traditions
The key rituals performed during Raksha Bandhan include:
Rakhi tying
Gift exchange
Family gathering
How to Celebrate
- Rakhi tying: A listed tradition for Raksha Bandhan.
- Gift exchange: A listed tradition for Raksha Bandhan.
- Family gathering: A listed tradition for Raksha Bandhan.
Regional Celebrations
This page records Raksha Bandhan traditions in:
All India
North India
Practices can vary by region and community.