Friday, 28 August 2026 · Shravana Purnima
The bond of protection between siblings. A sister ties a rakhi on her brother's wrist, and he pledges to protect her, a celebration of family love and duty.
Raksha Bandhan is observed on Friday, 28 August 2026, on Shravana Purnima. Dates follow the Hindu lunar calendar and are set for India, so confirm the exact tithi with your local panchang.
See the day's panchang for tithi, nakshatra and the auspicious windows, find a shubh muhurat for any new beginning, or ask Saptarishi what this day means for your chart.
Festival dates reflect classical panchang calculations. Regional traditions vary; treat this as a guide.