Raksha Bandhan 2025 is a festival that every brother and sister eagerly awaits. It is not just a thread, it is an emotion – a promise of safety, a feeling of love. Every year, Raksha Bandhan reminds us that the relationship between brother and sister is the most special. In this blog, we will talk about the history of Raksha Bandhan, its rituals, and celebration ideas.
Raksha Bandhan 2025: Date and Significance
Raksha Bandhan 2025 will be celebrated on 9 August. This festival falls on the day of Poornima of the Shravan month. On this day sisters tie Rakhi on the wrist of their brothers, and brothers give them Raksha bandhan.
In this relationship, there is not only a blood relation, but sometimes there is also friendship, love, or spiritual connection. In today’s time, people also celebrate Raksha Bandhan as a cousin, friend, or spiritual brother-sister.
History of Raksha Bandhan
Queen Karnavati and Humayun
The most famous story is of Rani Karnavati and Mughal emperor Humayun. Rani had sent Humayun to Rakhi for her safety. He also helped her like a true brother.
Lord Krishna and Draupadi
Once Draupadi saw Krishna bleeding from his hand and tore her sari to stop his bleeding. Krishna accepted this relationship and promised to protect her.
Alexander and Roxana
Alexander’s wife Roxana had sent Rakhi to her husband’s enemy King Porus to ask for his protection. Porus respected that relationship and did not kill Alexander.
Rituals and Festival Preparations
There are all types of rakhi available in the market today – traditional, cartoon-themed, bracelet style, personalized photo rakhi, and eco-friendly rakhi.
A beautiful plate is prepared which contains diya, roli, rice, rakhi and sweets. Sisters offer prayers to their brothers with this plate.
Tying the protective thread
The sister ties Rakhi on the brother’s wrist, performs tilak and performs the aarti. Brother gives her gifts or money and promises to protect her.
Kaju katli, soan papdi, rasgulla, and home made seviyan are an essential part of this day.
Modern Raksha Bandhan Celebrations
In today’s time, when people live in different cities for their career, sending through Rakhi couriers, Amazon or Flipkart has become common.
Virtual Celebrations
The trend of celebrations held on Zoom calls, greetings on WhatsApp, and digital gifts has also increased.
Gender-Neutral Approach
Nowadays even girls tie Rakhi to their younger sisters. In some places even boys tie Rakhi to their sisters – just for the feeling of love and security.
Special Raksha Bandhan 2025 Ideas
Personalized Gifts – Custom mugs, cushions, or memory scrapbook.
Raksha Bandhan Cards – A handwritten card gives an emotional touch.
Cooking Together – Brother and sister make something together – cake, pasta or an old favourite recipe.
Handmade Rakhi – If the sister makes the Rakhi herself, its value doubles.
Memory Jar – Write down all the memories of the whole year in a jar and give it to them.
Raksha Bandhan and Social Message
Raksha does not mean only protection of brothers – today’s sisters also protect their brothers, be it emotional or professional.
Empowerment of sisters – this statement of brother should not be limited to only protection, brother should also support sister in her growth, education and dreams.
Rakhi for Soldiers – every year sisters send Rakhi to army soldiers – those unsung heroes who protect us all.
Regional Variations of Raksha Bandhan
Maharashtra
Narali is also celebrated in the form of Purnima.
Nepal
It is celebrated as Janai Poornima.
South India
Raksha Bandhan is not so prominent, but is celebrated at some places.
Punjab
On the day of Rakhi, the whole family gets together with the brothers and sisters.
Trendy Rakhi 2025 Gift Ideas
- Smartwatch ya fitness band
- Kindle ya audiobooks subscription
- Skincare hamper
- Handmade chocolate box
- Personalized stationery
Raksha Bandhan 2025 and Sustainable Living
- Eco-Friendly Rakhiyan
- No Plastic Gift Wraps
- DIY Cards & Rakhis
- Organic Mithaiyan
Frequently Asked Questions
1 Which date is Rakhi 2025?
Rakhi will be celebrated on 9 August, Saturday in 2025. This holy festival falls on the full moon day of the Shravan month, when sisters tie a loving Rakhi on the wrist of their brothers and pray for their long life and happiness. Brothers also promise protection and support to their sisters. This year’s muhurat is also auspicious, because Bhadra period will end before morning, meaning tying Rakhi will be auspicious for the whole day.
2 When was Rakhi in 2026?
Raksha Bandhan 2026 will be celebrated on Friday, 28 August 2026.
This festival is celebrated on the full moon day of the Shravan month, when sisters tie a Rakhi on their brothers’ wrists and wish for their happiness and prosperity, and the brothers promise to protect them throughout their lives.
The auspicious time of this day is in the afternoon, which is called “Aprahna Kaal”. If afternoon time is not available, then Pradosh Kaal is also considered suitable for Raksha Bandhan rituals.
3. When did Rakhi start?
The history of Rakhi is very old – it is mentioned in the Mahabharata and ancient stories as well. The most famous story is of Draupadi and Shri Krishna, where Draupadi tore the end of her saree and tied it on Krishna’s hand after seeing blood flowing from his hand. Krishna then promised to protect her. This incident is considered to be the initial form of Rakhi. Apart from this, the story of Rani Karnavati and Mughal emperor Humayun also makes this bond even deeper. So it can be said that the festival of Rakhi is a symbol of love, dedication, and protection, which has been a part of our tradition for thousands of years.
4 Does Rakhi change every year?
Yes, the date of Rakhi changes every year, because it is celebrated on the full moon of the Shravan month as per the Hindu lunar calendar. The lunar calendar is different from the Gregorian calendar (which we use every day), so every year the date of Raksha Bandhan shifts a little ahead or behind. Sometimes it can be in the first week of August, sometimes in the middle, or at the end. But the feelings always remain the same – a festival of love, protection, and the depth of relationships.
5 What is the timing of Bhadra in Raksha Bandhan 2025?
It is very important to keep in mind the time of Bhadra Kaal in Raksha Bandhan 2025, because auspicious work like tying Rakhi is considered auspicious during this period.
🕒 Time of Bhadra Kaal:
Start: 8 August 2025 at 2:12 PM
End: 9 August 2025 at 1:52 AM
This means that the time from morning to afternoon on 9 August 2025 is auspicious for tying Rakhi, because Bhadra Kaal would have ended before that.
✅ Shubh Muhurat of Rakhi Bandhan:
Time: morning on 9 August 2025, from 5:37 AM to 1:24 PM
In this period, tying Rakhi is considered auspicious and auspicious.
6 Who sent the first Rakhi?
According to history, the first Rakhi was sent by Rani Karnavati to the Mughal emperor Humayun. When Gujarat’s Sultan Bahadur Shah attacked Chittor, Rani Karnavati sent a Rakhi to Humayun and asked for his help to protect her kingdom and honour. She made this sacred thread a sister’s call, and Humayun accepted it and immediately set out with his army to help her. This incident became a symbolic and powerful moment in the history of Raksha Bandhan.
7 Can we tie Rakhi to Hanuman ji?
Yes, tying a Rakhi to Hanumanji is considered auspicious, especially for those people who do not have a brother or who want God’s blessings for the protection of their brother. Hanuman ji is worshipped as “Bajrang Bali” or “Mahaveer Rakshak”, who is the god of hair, wisdom, and protection. On the day of Raksha Bandhan, some people offer vermilion, rice, and Rakhi to Hanumanji and seek the boon of protection from him. This is a symbol of faith and devotion, and tying a Rakhi by considering God as a brother reflects a sacred feeling.
8 On which day is Rakhi removed?
Rakhi is not removed immediately – it is worn for at least a day or till Shravan Purnima. Many people leave it at some holy place, tree, or in water on the day before or the second day of Krishna Paksha, or 3-5 days after tying the Rakhi. Some people keep it worn till Ganesh Chaturthi, as it is a symbol of Raksha. When the Rakhi is removed, people leave it near a Tulsi plant, in water, or under a holy tree and pray that the bond between brother and sister remains safe forever.