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Raksha Bandhan 2026 Date: According to the Drik Panchang, the festival of Rakshabandhan, symbolizing the unbreakable love between brother and sister, will be celebrated on Friday, August 28 this year. On this day, sisters will tie Rakshasutra on the wrist of their brothers and pray for their long life and happiness and prosperity. However, like every year, this time too as soon as the date of the festival arrives, confusion has started in people’s minds regarding Bhadra Kaal. It is often said that Rakhi should not be tied during Bhadra period. But after all, is this Bhadra Kaal and why is it considered prohibited to do auspicious work during this period? Let us know what religious beliefs say about this.
What is Bhadra Kaal?
Bhadra is considered a special period in the calendar. According to astrology, Bhadra is considered to be the daughter of Sun God and Shadow and sister of Lord Shani Dev. In the calendar, when Bhadra resides on the earth, that time is not considered appropriate for auspicious works. It is believed that during this time one should avoid performing auspicious activities like marriage, housewarming, mundan, yagya and Rakshabandhan. However, it is not considered to have any negative effect on worship, chanting, penance and worship of God.
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When is Rakshabandhan 2026?
According to the Panchang, Shravan Purnima Tithi will start on 27 August 2026 at 09:09 AM. The full moon date will end on 28 August 2026 at 09:48 am. In Hindu religion, most of the festivals are determined on the basis of Udaya Tithi. so Raksha Bandhan The festival will be celebrated on Friday, 28 August 2026.
Why is tying Rakhi during Bhadra period considered inauspicious?
According to religious belief, Bhadra’s nature is said to be quite fierce. It is said that Brahmaji had given him the boon that whoever does any auspicious work during Bhadra period will not get the full fruits of that work. For this reason, a tradition was formed to postpone auspicious rituals and auspicious activities at this time. Rakshabandhan is also an auspicious and auspicious festival, hence sisters tie Rakhi on their brother’s wrist only after Bhadra is over. By doing this it is believed that one will get the full auspicious results of Raksha Sutra.
Mythological story related to Ravana
A famous mythological story is also told behind not tying Rakhi during Bhadra period. It is believed that Shurpanakha, sister of Lankan king Ravana, had tied the Raksha Sutra to him during the Bhadra period itself. After this Ravana was destroyed and his Lanka was also destroyed. This is the reason why there is a tradition of avoiding Bhadra Kaal on Rakshabandhan. However, this story is based on religious beliefs and is seen as a form of faith.
Is every Bhadra inauspicious?
According to astrology, it is not that every Bhadra is completely inauspicious. The influence of Bhadra also depends on which world she resides in. When Bhadra is in the earth, it is advised to avoid auspicious activities. Whereas if Bhadra is in heaven or hell, then its effect is considered different. For this reason, it is considered important to know the time and place of Bhadra by looking at the almanac every year.
Tie Rakhi only after Bhadra is over
According to astrologers, Rakhi should always be tied on Rakshabandhan only after the auspicious time and Bhadra is over. Due to this, the religious importance of the festival is maintained and auspicious results are achieved.
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Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.
