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Raksha Bandhan 2025: Tying Rakhi during inauspicious periods like Rahukaal and Varjya Kaal is believed to bring negative results. It’s best to avoid rituals during these timings
Raksha Bandhan 2025: The muhurat, or auspicious timing, for tying the Rakhi is from 5:47 AM to 1:24 PM.
Raksha Bandhan is a festival that celebrates the sacred bond between brothers and sisters. It is observed every year on the full moon day (Purnima) of the Hindu month of Shrawan. This year, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on Saturday, August 9.
On this special day, sisters tie a Rakhi on their brothers’ wrists during the shubh muhurat (auspicious window), pray for their well-being, offer them sweets, and exchange gifts. In return, brothers promise to protect their sisters and make them feel cherished with heartfelt presents. The muhurat, or exact timing, for tying the Rakhi is considered highly significant.
According to Hindu beliefs, any auspicious act performed during the right window brings success, prosperity, and positivity. At the same time, avoiding inauspicious timings or doshas is crucial, as performing rituals during these periods is believed to invite setbacks or negative energy. Here are the inauspicious timings to avoid on Raksha Bandhan 2025:
Gulik Kaal
Associated with the planet Saturn, Gulik Kaal is neither completely inauspicious nor wholly auspicious. It lasts for approximately 90 minutes and may have mixed effects depending on individual horoscopes. On August 9, Gulik Kaal will be from 5:47 AM to 7:27 AM.
Rahukaal
Considered highly inauspicious, Rahukaal is the time when the influence of the malefic planet Rahu is believed to be at its peak. No auspicious activity, including Rakhi tying, should be done during this period. This year, Rahukaal falls between 9:07 AM and 10:47 AM.
Durmuhurat
Durmuhurat is known to bring failure and obstacles if used for important tasks. Tying Rakhi during this period is not advisable. On Raksha Bandhan 2025, Durmuhurat will be observed from 5:47 AM to 7:34 AM.
Yamagand
Yamagand is associated with Lord Yama, the god of death. This time is considered unfavourable, often linked to fear, loss, and setbacks. Avoid tying Rakhi or starting any new ventures during this period, which falls between 2:06 PM and 3:46 PM.
Adal Yoga
Adal Yoga is a celestial combination connected to the Moon. It can produce both positive and negative effects, particularly on emotional health, relationships, and decision-making. This yoga will begin at 2:23 PM on August 9 and continue till 5:48 AM on August 10.
Varjya Kaal
Varjya Kaal is regarded as a highly inauspicious phase in the Panchang. Activities like travel, shopping, worship, rituals, and Rakhi tying should be avoided during this time, which will occur from 6:18 PM to 7:52 PM.
Baan Kaal
Baan Kaal signifies destruction or misfortune. Traditionally, auspicious tasks like housewarming, weddings, or launching new ventures are avoided during this period. While the specific timing for Baan Kaal may vary by location, it should be factored in before planning your rituals.
Auspicious Time
This year, the ideal window to tie Rakhi on Raksha Bandhan is from 5:47 AM to 1:24 PM. Sisters should aim to perform the ritual within this period to ensure it brings happiness, good health, and prosperity to their brothers’ lives.
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