The full moon day of the Shravan month holds immense significance as it marks the celebration of Raksha Bandhan across the nation. On this special occasion, sisters tie sacred threads on their brothers' wrists, symbolizing a bond of deep trust, affection, and duty. Traditionally, people remain cautious about the shadow of Bhadra, as tying the rakhi during this period is considered inauspicious. With the full moon date spanning two days this year, a sense of confusion has naturally arisen among families regarding the exact observance.
Insights from Baidyanathdham
Pramod Shringari, a prominent priest at Baidyanathdham in Deoghar, has addressed these queries directly. He stated that the festival is traditionally observed on the full moon day of the Shravan month, which falls on August 09 this year. While Bhadra usually accompanies the festival, a rare alignment after several years means that Bhadra will be entirely absent this time around. This unique astrological situation makes the upcoming celebration exceptionally auspicious for everyone.
Timings of the Shravan Full Moon
According to the calendar, the full moon phase begins on August 08 at 02:12 PM and concludes the following day on August 09 at 01:24 PM. Based on the sunrise-based Udayatithi calculation, the festival will officially be celebrated on August 09.
Rare Combinations on the Festival Day
The priests highlighted that several remarkable planetary combinations are forming simultaneously on Raksha Bandhan this year. The presence of Shravana Nakshatra, Saubhagya Yoga, and Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga together will enhance the spiritual importance and positivity of the day.
Auspicious Timings for Tying Rakhi
Because Bhadra will not cast its shadow on the full moon day, families have a wide window for celebrations. The auspicious period extends from the early Brahma Muhurta at 04:22 AM up to the Abhijit Muhurta ending at 12:47 PM, providing ample time to perform the rituals safely.
