# Rakhi Bandhan 2026: Date and Rituals

> Raksha Bandhan is kept on Shravana Purnima: the sister ties a rakhi on her brother's wrist.

Source: https://www.hinducalendar.today/festivals/rakhi-bandhan

## Significance & Spiritual Meaning

Spiritual philosophy, inner meaning and eternal virtues

Significance & Spiritual Meaning

Raksha Bandhan is kept on Shravana Purnima: the sister ties a rakhi on her brother's wrist.

Spiritual philosophy, inner meaning and eternal virtues

The rakhi is a thread of love and the brother promises to protect his sister. On the same full moon the coastal people of Maharashtra keep Narali Purnima and offer a coconut to the sea.

## Key Rituals & Observance

Step-by-step sacred rituals and worship practices

1. 1 Step 1 The sister ties the rakhi, applies a tilak and does an aarti.
2. 2 Step 2 The brother gives a gift and promises protection.
3. 3 Step 3 Sweets and a family meal; Narali Purnima: a coconut is offered to the sea.