{"id":7062,"date":"2025-07-17T08:23:58","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T08:23:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/?p=7062"},"modified":"2025-07-23T14:20:28","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T14:20:28","slug":"raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/","title":{"rendered":"Raksha Bandhan 2025: Step-by-Step Rakhi Pooja Guide &#038; Rituals"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_56_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69d6514f82ea7\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#How_to_do_Rakhi_Pooja_step_by_step\" title=\"How to do Rakhi Pooja step by step?\">How to do Rakhi Pooja step by step?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Items_Required_for_Puja\" title=\"Items Required for Puja\">Items Required for Puja<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Preparations_for_Raksha_Bandhan_Puja_Vidhi_2025\" title=\"Preparations for Raksha Bandhan Puja Vidhi 2025\">Preparations for Raksha Bandhan Puja Vidhi 2025<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Gather_the_necessary_items\" title=\"Gather the necessary items\">Gather the necessary items<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Clean_and_decorate_your_home\" title=\"Clean and decorate your home\">Clean and decorate your home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Settle_down_in_a_quiet_place\" title=\"Settle down in a quiet place\">Settle down in a quiet place<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Ritual\" title=\"Ritual\">Ritual<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Offer_prayers_to_the_gods\" title=\"Offer prayers to the gods\">Offer prayers to the gods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Apply_the_tilak\" title=\"Apply the tilak\">Apply the tilak<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Tie_the_rakhi\" title=\"Tie the rakhi\">Tie the rakhi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Offer_coconut_and_sweets\" title=\"Offer coconut and sweets\">Offer coconut and sweets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Exchange_gifts\" title=\"Exchange gifts\">Exchange gifts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Spend_time_together\" title=\"Spend time together\">Spend time together<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Time_and_Muhurat_2025\" title=\"Time and Muhurat 2025\">Time and Muhurat 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#When_Is_Rakshabandhan\" title=\"When Is Rakshabandhan?\">When Is Rakshabandhan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Auspicious_Time_To_Tie_Rakhi\" title=\"Auspicious Time To Tie Rakhi\">Auspicious Time To Tie Rakhi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Bhadra_Time\" title=\"Bhadra Time\">Bhadra Time<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#History_of_Rakshabandhan\" title=\"History of Rakshabandhan\">History of Rakshabandhan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Which_God_to_pray_on_Raksha_Bandhan\" title=\"Which God to pray on Raksha Bandhan?\">Which God to pray on Raksha Bandhan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#Who_touches_feet_in_Raksha_Bandhan\" title=\"Who touches feet in Raksha Bandhan?\">Who touches feet in Raksha Bandhan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#What_is_the_Shubh_time_for_tying_rakhi\" title=\"What is the Shubh time for tying rakhi?\">What is the Shubh time for tying rakhi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-puja-vidhi\/#What_Happens_if_you_tie_rakhi_in_Bhadra\" title=\"What Happens if you tie rakhi in Bhadra?\">What Happens if you tie rakhi in Bhadra?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_do_Rakhi_Pooja_step_by_step\"><\/span>How to do Rakhi Pooja step by step?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To do Rakhi Pooja, you will need a Rakhi thali with a diya, akshat (rice mixed with turmeric), kumkum, sweets, and a rakhi. Ask your brother to sit on a platform or on the floor. Apply a tilak on your brother&#8217;s forehead with kumkum. Tie the rakhi on your brother&#8217;s right wrist. Wave the diya in a circular motion around your brother&#8217;s face. Sprinkle akshat on your brother&#8217;s head. Offer your brother sweets and gifts. Pray for your brother&#8217;s well-being.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Items_Required_for_Puja\"><\/span>Items Required for Puja<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Mentioned below are the items you might require for the puja, Additionally, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/rakhi\">order\/buy Rakhi online<\/a> to add a special touch to the celebration<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dry coconuts<\/li>\n<li>Rakhis<\/li>\n<li>Jaggery<\/li>\n<li>Sweets<\/li>\n<li>Aarti Puja Thali<\/li>\n<li>Roli<\/li>\n<li>Kumkum<\/li>\n<li>Rice<\/li>\n<li>Diyas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The steps for the Rakshabandhan Puja Vidhi are mentioned below:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparations_for_Raksha_Bandhan_Puja_Vidhi_2025\"><\/span><strong>Preparations for Raksha Bandhan Puja Vidhi 2025<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gather_the_necessary_items\"><\/span>Gather the necessary items<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>You will need a few items to perform the Raksha Bandhan ritual<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clean_and_decorate_your_home\"><\/span>Clean and decorate your home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>As with any puja, it is important to clean and decorate your home before you begin. This will create a sacred space for the ritual.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Settle_down_in_a_quiet_place\"><\/span>Settle down in a quiet place<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Find a quiet place in your home where you can perform the ritual without being disturbed.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ritual\"><\/span><strong>Ritual<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Offer_prayers_to_the_gods\"><\/span>Offer prayers to the gods<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Begin the ritual by offering prayers to the gods. You can do this by chanting mantras or simply by praying in your own words.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Apply_the_tilak\"><\/span>Apply the tilak<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Once you have offered prayers, apply the tilak to your brother&#8217;s forehead. This is a symbol of your love and protection.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tie_the_rakhi\"><\/span>Tie the rakhi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Next tie the rakhi around your brother&#8217;s wrist. As you tie the rakhi, pray for his well-being and protection.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Offer_coconut_and_sweets\"><\/span>Offer coconut and sweets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Offer your brother coconut and sweets as a gesture of your love and respect.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exchange_gifts\"><\/span>Exchange gifts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Traditionally, brothers and sisters exchange gifts on Raksha Bandhan. This is a way to show their love and appreciation for each other. To make this occasion even more special, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/rakhi\/gifts-for-sister\">order Raksha Bandhan gifts for sister<\/a>. Choose from a wide range of thoughtful presents that reflect your affection and strengthen the bond between siblings<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spend_time_together\"><\/span>Spend time together<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>After the ritual, spend some time together with your brother. This is a special day to celebrate your bond and to reaffirm your love for each other.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time_and_Muhurat_2025\"><\/span>Time and Muhurat 2025<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>According to the Sanathan Panchang, the Purnima Tithi, time or Mahurat begins at 2:12 PM on August 8th, 2025, and ends at 1:24 PM on August 9 2025.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Is_Rakshabandhan\"><\/span>When Is Rakshabandhan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Raksha Bandhan is celebrated on the last day of the Hindu lunar calendar month, called Sharvana. It coincides with a full moon day. While the Georgian dates keep changing every year, Raksha Bandhan usually falls during the months of July or August. In 2025, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on August 30, which happens to be a Wednesday.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Auspicious_Time_To_Tie_Rakhi\"><\/span>Auspicious Time To Tie Rakhi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The auspicious time to tie the rakhi varies yearly based on the specific region and family traditions. Tying the rakhi during the Aparahna period is generally advised, which is the late afternoon time when the Rakhi thread is believed to be most effective.<\/p>\n<p>However, most people refer to a Panchang, the Hindu Almanac, or consult with a priest to determine the specific muhurat for rakhi tying. The auspicious time to tie the rakhi begins at 10:58 AM on Wednesday and ends at 7:05 AM on Thursday.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bhadra_Time\"><\/span>Bhadra Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As per Hindu astrology and beliefs, Bhadra time refers to an inauspicious period. It is believed that conducting religious ceremonies, important work, and initiating new ventures can prove unfavourable or unprofitable during the Bhadra time.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, even on the day of Raksha Bandhan, tying of rakhis is avoided during the Bhadra period to ensure the sanctity and positive energy of the festival. You can refer to the Hindu Calender or Panchang to determine the accurate Bhadra period on Rakhi day. For the year 2025, the Bhadra time starts at 5:39 AM on August 9 and ends at 1:24 PM on the same day.<\/p>\n<p>The power of Raksha Bandhan can turn a fragile thread into strong bonds of love, trust, emotions, and the sacred promise of lifelong support. It is a festival that epitomises the beautiful relationship between brothers and sisters. In this blog, we tell you all about Raksha Bandhan and its puja.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_of_Rakshabandhan\"><\/span>History of Rakshabandhan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The history of Rakshabandhan dates back to ancient times and has its roots in various legends. One such tale talks about Krishna and Draupadi from the epic Mahabharata. According to the story, when Krishna injured his finger, Draupadi tore a piece of her saree and tied it around it to soothe his pain and stop the bleeding. Touched by her care, Krishna promised to protect Draupadi, which became the foundation of Rakshabandhan.<\/p>\n<p>Another story told in the Bhagavat Puran and Vishnu Puran narrates that when Vishnu conquered the three worlds from King Bali, he asked Vishnu to live in his palace. Vishnu&#8217;s wife, Lakshmi, was unhappy with this decision, so she tied a rakhi on King Bali&#8217;s hand and made him a brother. Honored by the gesture, King Bali granted her a wish which she used to ask for Vishnu&#8217;s return.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_God_to_pray_on_Raksha_Bandhan\"><\/span>Which God to pray on Raksha Bandhan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On Raksha Bandhan, sisters pray to God for the well-being of their brothers. Some common gods that are prayed to on Raksha Bandhan include Varuna, Indra, Krishna, and Shiva. The specific god that is prayed to on Raksha Bandhan may vary depending on the region or family tradition.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_touches_feet_in_Raksha_Bandhan\"><\/span>Who touches feet in Raksha Bandhan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On Raksha Bandhan, the sister touches the feet of her brother as a gesture of respect. This is a symbolic gesture that shows the sister&#8217;s love and devotion for her brother.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Shubh_time_for_tying_rakhi\"><\/span>What is the Shubh time for tying rakhi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>According to the Sanathan Panchang, the Purnima Tithi, time or Mahurat begins\u00a0at 2:12 PM on August 8th, 2025, and ends at 1:24 PM on August 9 2025.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_if_you_tie_rakhi_in_Bhadra\"><\/span>What Happens if you tie rakhi in Bhadra?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is believed that tying rakhi in Bhadra can bring bad luck. Bhadra is a lunar fortnight that is considered to be inauspicious. Therefore, it is generally advised to avoid tying rakhi during this time.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Read More &#8211;\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-food\/\">10 Raksha Bandhan Food Ideas to Make Your Brother or Sister Smile<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/rakhi-thali-decoration-ideas\/\">Best Ways to Decorate Rakhi Thali on this Raksha Bandhan<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"entry-title\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/different-ways-to-tie-rakhi\/\">Unique Ways to Tie a Rakhi: Traditional, Easy, and Creative<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"entry-title\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/how-to-tie-rakhi\/\">How to Tie a Rakhi \u2013 Step-by-Step Guide<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"entry-title\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/raksha-bandhan-quotes-messages-wishes\/\">100+[Best] Raksha Bandhan (Rakhi) Quotes<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to do Rakhi Pooja step by step? To do Rakhi Pooja, you will need a Rakhi thali with a diya, akshat (rice mixed with turmeric), kumkum, sweets, and a rakhi. Ask your brother to sit on a platform or on the floor. Apply a tilak on your brother&#8217;s forehead with kumkum. Tie the rakhi on your brother&#8217;s right wrist. Wave the diya in a circular motion around your brother&#8217;s face. Sprinkle akshat on your brother&#8217;s head. Offer your brother sweets and gifts. Pray for your brother&#8217;s well-being. Items Required for Puja Mentioned below are the items you might require for the puja, Additionally, you can order\/buy Rakhi online to add a special touch to the celebration Dry coconuts Rakhis Jaggery Sweets Aarti Puja Thali Roli Kumkum Rice Diyas The steps for the Rakshabandhan Puja Vidhi are mentioned below: Preparations for Raksha Bandhan Puja Vidhi 2025 Gather the necessary items You will need a few items to perform the Raksha Bandhan ritual Clean and decorate your home As with any puja, it is important to clean and decorate your home before you begin. This will create a sacred space for the ritual. 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