New Delhi. The Raksha Bandhan festival, an important Hindu celebration symbolizing the bond between brothers and sisters, is causing confusion over its timing this year as opinions differ on whether it should be celebrated on August 30 or August 31. Is. Surernath Avdhoot, the chief priest of Delhi’s famous Kalkaji temple, has taken steps to clarify the matter. They claim that August 30 falls on a full moon (full moon), coinciding with Bhadra Nakshatra, which makes it inauspicious for Raksha Bandhan celebrations. According to Avdhoot, the auspicious time for Raksha Bandhan is on August 31 due to favorable Bhadra Kaal, hence people have been urged to celebrate the festival on this day.
Raksha Bandhan, celebrated on the full moon day of the month of Shravan, is a symbol of affection and goodwill between brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters tie a sacred thread, known as “Rakhi”, on the wrists of their brothers, and in return, brothers promise their sisters to protect them throughout their lives. This year, the uncertainty over whether Raksha Bandhan should be celebrated on August 30 or August 31 has led to divided opinion among the public. The Hindu lunar calendar complicates matters further, with some advocating 30 August and others advocating 31 August. Bhadra period has been cited as the reason behind this discrepancy, which has further increased the confusion.
Renowned astrologer Pandit Shipra Sachdev offers insight on the matter. She explains that due to astrological factors, this year’s festival can be celebrated on any date but with specific timings. Rakhi can be tied after 9 pm on 30th August or till 7:06 am on 31st August, chant the mantra for its sanctity.
The markets witnessed a lot of activity as sisters prepared to buy rakhis for their brothers. However, this year’s Rakshabandhan is under the shadow of uncertainty. While experts are advising sisters to wait till 9 pm on August 30 to tie Rakhi, in Punjab it is considered inauspicious to tie Rakhi at night. Hence, the recommended auspicious time to tie Rakhi in Punjab is from 7:00 am to 7:06 am on 31st August with chanting of mantras.
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