Raksha Bandhan 2026: In Hinduism, an eclipse is considered an inauspicious period because negative energy is heightened during this time. It is believed that activities performed during this phase are influenced by such energy. This year, the festival of Rakhi coincides with a lunar eclipse. This raises questions: Will the eclipse be visible in India, and will it impact the Rakhi celebrations? Furthermore, will the timing of the Rakhi tying ceremony change due to the eclipse? Let us explore these details.

Raksha Bandhan 2026

This year, the *Sawan Purnima* (full moon) *Tithi* (lunar day) begins on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 9:08 AM.
It concludes on Friday, August 28, 2026, at 9:48 AM.
Based on *Udaya Tithi* (the sunrise date), Raksha Bandhan will be observed on August 28, 2026, and celebrated across the country.

Timing of the Lunar Eclipse

According to astrological calculations, the lunar eclipse on Friday, August 28, 2026, will begin at 6:53 AM and is expected to end at 12:31 PM. However, this lunar eclipse will not be visible in India. Consequently, the associated rules and the *Sutak* period (the inauspicious time preceding an eclipse) will not apply.

When can Rakhi be tied?

According to astrologers, the lunar eclipse occurring on Raksha Bandhan will not be visible in India; therefore, it will have no impact on the festival. Sisters can tie Rakhi to their brothers during the auspicious time (*Shubh Muhurat*) on the morning of August 28. Additionally, the festival can be celebrated throughout the day without any hindrance.

What is the auspicious time (*Shubh Muhurat*) for Raksha Bandhan 2026?
First special *Muhurat*: The auspicious time for tying Rakhi on August 28 is from 5:57 AM to 9:48 AM. Second *Muhurat* (auspicious time): From 7:33 AM to 9:10 AM.
Third *Muhurat*: From 9:10 AM to 10:46 AM.

Will *Bhadra* prevail this time?
This year, the influence of *Bhadra* will be present on August 27, 2026. It will last from 9:08 AM to 9:32 PM. Consequently, there will be no shadow of *Bhadra* on August 28, giving sisters the entire day to tie *Rakhi*.

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