Raksha Bandhan 2023: Is Raksha Bandhan on 30 or 31 August? Check Date, Timings, Shubh Muhrat & More
When is Raksha Bandhan 2023: Rakshabandhan is one of the most popular and traditional Hindu festivals. This day celebrates the special bond between brothers and sisters. Also known as Rakhi, it is celebrated mostly in all parts of the country with different names, rituals, and cultural and historical importance.
This article will clear the air about the date of Raksha Bandhan. Also, it will help you with Purnima timings, Bhadra kaal and Shubh Muhurat to celebrate the festival of siblings.
Happy Rakshabandhan 2023: Date and Timings
Rakshabandhan is a Sanskrit word which literally means bond of protection, obligation, or care. It is observed on the last day of the Hindu lunar calendar month of Shraavana, which usually falls in August. As per Drik Panchang, this year the festival will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 30. However, because of Bhadra Kaal, you can also tie Rakhi on August 31.
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Purnima Tith or Full Moon Begin | August 30 2023, 10:58 PM |
| Purnima Tith or Full Moon Ends | August 31, 7:05 AM |
| Raksha Bandhan Bhadra Poonch | August 30, 5:30 pm to 6:31 pm |
| Raksha Bandhan Bhadra Mukha | August 30, 6:31 pm to 8:11 pm |
| Raksha Bandhan Bhadra Ends | At 9:01 PM |
| Raksha Bandhan Shubh Muhrat | 30 August, After 9:01 PM |
How is Rakhi celebrated in various parts of India?
Rakshabandhan holds a deep socio-cultural significance. It fosters wider cultural values, embodies unity and is celebrated beyond the boundaries of religion and region. And this is the reason why the cherished festival is celebrated differently in all parts of the world.
- Jhulan Purnima is the popular term used for Raksha Bandhan in the state of West Bengal. People worship Lord Krishna and Radha. Sisters wish and pray for the long life of their brothers while tying rakhi to their brothers. This day is celebrated by political organisations, workplaces, social groups and educational institutions with renewed optimism for positive interactions.
- The Koli community of Maharashtra celebrates Raksha Bandhan as Narali Pournima which is the coconut day festival. On this day, they offer coconuts to lord Varuna, the Hindu god of the sea to seek his blessings. Whereas, Raksha Bandhan is being celebrated by the brothers and sisters as usual.
- One of the important parts of Rakshabandhan is kite flying. In many regions of North India, married daughters visit their maternal homes or some brothers visit their married sisters with special varieties of sweets and other condiments.
- Raksha Bandhan, also known as Janai Purnima or Rishitarpani in Nepal, is celebrated with a sacred thread ceremony. In some regions of Nepal, girls and women tie the rakhi around their brothers’ wrists while Hindu men alter the thread they wear around their chests (janai).
- Rakhi Purnima and Gamha Purnima are the other names for Raksha Bandhan in Odisha. The event of Gamha Purnima, which occurs on the same day as Lord Balabhadra’s birthday and is observed by the farmers in Odisha by tying rakhis to livestock, is named after the god of agriculture.
So, this Rakshabandhan strengthen your bond with your sibling. Forgive them for eating that extra piece of your favorite cake, ruining your birthday dress and whatever they did to hurt you unintentionally. Shoo all the misunderstandings to win extra hours of happiness.
