punjabi
Raksha Bandhan
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August (Shravana Purnima) · 1 day
On Raksha Bandhan (known in Punjabi as Rakhri), sisters tie a protective thread (rakhi) on their brothers' wrists, praying for their wellbeing; brothers offer gifts and a pledge of protection. It is observed by Punjabi Hindu families and widely as a cultural celebration of sibling bonds.
What to do
Tying the rakhi
Sister ties the thread and applies tilak; sweets are shared.
In the diaspora
Rakhis are mailed internationally weeks ahead to reach siblings abroad; video calls bridge separated families.
When is Raksha Bandhan?
- Raksha Bandhan 2026
- August 28, 2026
- Raksha Bandhan 2027
- August 17, 2027
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