Rakhi Purnima is just a few days away. Raksha Bandhan is considered a sacred festival symbolizing the brother-sister relationship. Raksha Bandhan isn't just a day to tie a rakhi on someone's hand, but a special occasion to express love between a brother and sister. A sister ties a rakhi to her brother and prays to God for his happiness and a healthy life. The
brother also promises his sister that no matter what adversity comes her way, he will stand by her. This year's Raksha Bandhan is going to be special for a few reasons. With the Shravan Purnima date, lunar eclipse, Bhadrakaal, and Rahukaal all around, the question arises as to when to celebrate Rakhi Purnima. So, let's find out the date and auspicious time for Raksha Bandhan.

When is Shravan Purnima?
According to the Panchang, this year Shravan Purnima will begin at 9:08 am on August 27 and last until 9:47 am on August 28. The rising date is given importance when determining the dates of Hindu festivals. Therefore, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on August 28. Narali Purnima will be celebrated on August 27, while the next day will be Raksha Bandhan, the festival of brother-sister love.

The lunar eclipse on Raksha Bandhan
is another special occasion for this year's Raksha Bandhan. The calendar indicates that the last lunar eclipse of the year will occur on August 28, 2026. According to Indian Standard Time, this eclipse will begin at 8:04 am and last until 11:22 am. Some people are confused about the timing of the eclipse and the tying of Rakhi. Therefore, it is recommended to perform religious rituals based on the calendar and local time in your area.

Will Bhadrakaal cause any obstacles?
Religious belief holds that Bhadrakaal should not occur on Raksha Bandhan. However, this year, Bhadrakaal will be from 9:08 am to 9:32 am on August 27th. This means that Bhadrakaal will not be an obstacle when tying Rakhi on August 28th. Therefore, brothers and sisters need not worry too much about this.

What time is Rahu Kaal?

August 28th is Friday. According to the Panchang, Rahu Kaal is from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm on this day. Many people prefer to avoid Rahu Kaal when performing religious rituals. However, times may vary slightly depending on the city and location. Therefore, it is best to check the timings on a calendar near your home.