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Raksha Bandhan 2026: As the festival of Rakshabandhan is coming closer, people’s confusion regarding the date and auspicious time of Rakhi is also increasing. Many people have a question in their mind whether this year Rakhi will be tied on brother’s wrist on 27th August or 28th August. If you are also looking for the answer to this question, then this time you do not need to worry too much. According to Panchang calculations Rakshabandhan 28 August 2026, Friday Will be celebrated.

This year’s Rakshabandhan is also special because on one hand there will be no hindrance for Bhadra on the day of Rakhi, while on the other hand the last lunar eclipse of the year is also going to occur on this day. However, this lunar eclipse will not be visible in India. In such a situation, there is no need to panic due to the eclipse regarding the festival of Rakhi.

Why will Rakshabandhan be celebrated only on 28th August?

Rakshabandhan is celebrated on the full moon date of the month of Sawan. This time the situation of Purnima is becoming such that the festival of Rakshabandhan 28 August It would be appropriate to persuade. This is the reason why amid the ongoing confusion regarding 27th and 28th August, the date of 28th August is being considered for Rakshabandhan.

With this day being Friday, the position of Moon in Shatabhisha Nakshatra, Sukarma Yoga and Pisces is also being mentioned in the almanac. In religious beliefs, such coincidences are considered auspicious.

Will Bhadra be there on Rakhi day or not?

The timing of Bhadra on Rakshabandhan is considered very important. According to religious belief, it is advised to avoid tying Rakhi during Bhadra. This is the reason why the position of Bhadra is definitely considered while deciding the date of Rakhi.

This time it is a matter of relief for the sisters. There will be no influence of Bhadra at the time of tying Rakhi on 28th August. According to the calculations, Bhadra will start from 9:09 am on August 27 and will last till 9:25 pm. After this its effect will end.

Therefore, there will be no restriction on account of Bhadra for tying Rakhi on brother’s wrist on 28th August.

The last lunar eclipse of the year will take place on the day of Rakshabandhan.

Another astronomical event is going to happen on the day of Rakhi. Last lunar eclipse of the year on 28 August 2026 Will have to. Its duration is said to be around 5 hours 38 minutes. The eclipse will start from 6:53 am in the morning and will last till 12:31 pm.

However, the most important thing here is that this lunar eclipse Will not be visible in India. Therefore, there is no need for people living in India to worry unnecessarily about this. According to religious beliefs, Sutak etc. are considered keeping in mind the condition of eclipse visibility and the local almanac.

These are the auspicious times to tie Rakhi from morning to evening

Many auspicious times of the day have been suggested for tying Rakhi on 28th August. Families can choose the appropriate time as per their convenience and local calendar. The main Muhurtas are as follows:

• Amrit Choghadiya: 6:08 am to 10:53 am
• Abhijit Muhurta: 12:04 pm to 12:53 pm
• Auspicious Choghadiya: 12:28 pm to 2:03 pm
• Afternoon time: 1:44 pm to 4:16 pm
• Char Choghadiya: 5:13 pm to 6:48 pm

Slight variation in these times is possible depending on local location. Therefore, if you want to tie Rakhi at the exact Muhurta, then definitely check the time according to the Panchang of your city.

In which direction should the brother face while tying Rakhi?

Disha is also given special importance in the worship of Rakshabandhan. Brother’s face while tying Rakhi as per religious traditions east or north-east direction It is considered auspicious to be towards. Sitting in front of the brother, the sister first applies Tilak, then offers Akshat and ties Rakhi on his wrist. After this there is a tradition of serving sweets.

Keep these things in your Rakshabandhan plate

Before tying Rakhi, prepare the puja thali. with rakhi in it Roli or sandalwood, akshat, lamp and sweets Can be kept. After applying tilak and tying Rakhi, sweets are fed to the brother. After this, the brother gives a gift to his sister and pledges for her happiness and safety.

This time on Rakhi, don’t be confused about these two things

There are two things most discussed about Rakshabandhan 2026 – firstly the date of Rakhi and secondly the lunar eclipse. The situation regarding the date is clear that this year Rakshabandhan will be celebrated on 28th August. At the same time, there will be no influence of Bhadra on the day of Rakhi. A lunar eclipse will definitely occur, but since it is not visible in India, there is no direct disruption caused by the eclipse in celebrating the festival here.