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Raksha Bandhan 2026 Falls on 27 August – Full Moon Date Confirmed
✍️ Aaj Tak
🗓 24 Aug 2026, 12:38 PM
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Raksha Bandhan 2026 will be celebrated on 27 August, the full‑moon day of Shravani month, as confirmed by astrologers.
Raksha Bandhan, a traditional Hindu festival that celebrates the bond between siblings, is observed on the full‑moon day of the Shravani month. The festival has long been associated with the lunar calendar, making the exact date a matter of public interest each year.
For 2026, the full moon falls on 27 August, and the day will extend into the early hours of 28 August. Consequently, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on 27 August 2026.
The full‑moon day, or Purnima, is considered auspicious for tying the rakhi, a symbolic thread that signifies protection and love. The date aligns with the traditional timing of the festival.
Astrologer Pandit Swati Ahluwalia confirmed the date in a recent interview with Aaj Tak, clarifying the confusion that had arisen due to the overlap of the lunar cycle.
For 2026, the full moon falls on 27 August, and the day will extend into the early hours of 28 August. Consequently, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on 27 August 2026.
The full‑moon day, or Purnima, is considered auspicious for tying the rakhi, a symbolic thread that signifies protection and love. The date aligns with the traditional timing of the festival.
Astrologer Pandit Swati Ahluwalia confirmed the date in a recent interview with Aaj Tak, clarifying the confusion that had arisen due to the overlap of the lunar cycle.