Raksha Bandhan Rahu Kaal 2025: Check City-Wise Shubh Muhurat for Tying Rakhi

Raksha Bandhan 2025, one of the most cherished Hindu festivals, will be celebrated across India on Saturday, August 9, 2025. This festival, also called Rakshabandhan, symbolises the bond of love and protection between brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters tie a Rakhi - a sacred thread - on their brothers' wrists, praying for their well-being, while brothers promise lifelong protection.

Rakhi Bandhne Ka Time and Shubh Muhurat

The Rakhi Bandhne Ka Sahi Samay this year is considered highly auspicious. As per the aaj ka panchang, the Raksha Bandhan shubh muhurat will last for 7 hours and 37 minutes, starting at 5:47 AM and ending at 1:24 PM on August 9.

The Abhijit Muhurat - another powerful and positive time - falls between 11:59 AM and 12:53 PM.

Astrologers recommend avoiding Rahu Kaal, which is from 9:08 AM to 10:47 AM, when tying the Rakhi.

City-Wise Rakshabandhan Timing

New Delhi: 5:47 AM - 1:24 PM

Mumbai: 6:18 AM - 1:24 PM

Gurgaon: 5:48 AM - 1:24 PM

Noida: 5:46 AM - 1:24 PM

Bengaluru: 6:07 AM - 1:24 PM

Pune: 6:15 AM - 1:24 PM

Chennai: 5:56 AM - 1:24 PM

Kolkata: 5:11 AM - 1:24 PM

These timings ensure you know the rakhi ka muhurat in your city to celebrate without missing the most auspicious period.

Significance of Raksha Bandhan

Rakshabandhan has deep cultural and historical roots, with references in legends such as Draupadi and Lord Krishna, and Rani Karnavati and Emperor Humayun. Beyond rituals, it's a festival of joy, gifts, and family reunions.
This year, the Bhadra period - considered inauspicious - ends before sunrise, making the entire morning safe for tying Rakhi.

Whether you call it rakhi bandhne ka muhurat, raksha bandhan timing, or simply rakhi ka time, knowing the exact shubh samay ensures your celebration is spiritually fulfilling. With Raksha Bandhan 2025 falling on a weekend, families can come together to strengthen bonds and create lasting memories.