Major Festivals — Hindu Sacred Festival
Raksha Bandhan
Raksha Bandhan (Bond of Protection) is celebrated on the full moon of Shravan month. A sister ties a sacred thread (rakhi) on her brother's wrist while praying for his long life and prosperity; the brother vows to protect her. The custom has roots in the story of Indrani tying a protective thread on Indra's wrist before his battle with Vritra, and also Draupadi tying her cloth on Krishna's wound. The festival celebrates the sibling bond and the duty of protection.
Last updated: 19 April 2026 · Source: Vedic Tradition
Significance
The sacred bond of sibling love and the duty of mutual protection. The rakhi thread is a symbol of divine protection that also extends to relationships beyond biological siblings.
Rituals & Traditions
Sister prepares thali with rakhi, roli, rice, sweets, and diya. Brother sits facing east. Sister applies tilak, circles diya (aarti), ties rakhi on wrist while chanting blessings. Brother gives gifts and vows protection.
Traditional Foods
FAQ
Q.What is Raksha Bandhan?
Raksha Bandhan (Bond of Protection) is celebrated on the full moon of Shravan month. A sister ties a sacred thread (rakhi) on her brother's wrist while praying for his long life and prosperity; the brother vows to protect her. The custom has roots in...
Q.What is the significance of Raksha Bandhan?
The sacred bond of sibling love and the duty of mutual protection. The rakhi thread is a symbol of divine protection that also extends to relationships beyond biological siblings.
Q.What are the rituals of Raksha Bandhan?
Sister prepares thali with rakhi, roli, rice, sweets, and diya. Brother sits facing east. Sister applies tilak, circles diya (aarti), ties rakhi on wrist while chanting blessings. Brother gives gifts and vows protection.
Q.What foods are made during Raksha Bandhan?
Coconut-based sweets, Kheer, Sewain, Ladoo, Barfi