What is Raksha Bandhan?

Raksha Bandhan

Raksha Bundhan means the "Bond of Protection". This festival celebrates the link between brothers and sisters. During this festival, a sister attaches a holy thread known as "Rakhi" around her brother's wrist. Then, the brother in turn, vows to look after his sister, and offers her a gift.

Raksha Bandhan also known as

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When is Raksha Bandhan?

Dates of Raksha Bandhan
YearWeekdayDate
2024 Tuesday20th Aug
2023 Thursday31st Aug
2022 Friday12th Aug
2021 Sunday22nd Aug
2020 Tuesday4th Aug
2019 Thursday15th Aug
2018 Monday27th Aug
2017 Tuesday8th Aug
2016 Thursday18th Aug
2015 Sunday30th Aug
Duration
1 Day

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