Raksha Bandhan 2025 Date: Timings, History and Legends Behind Rakhi

Raksha Bandhan, a significant Hindu festival, celebrates the cherished bond between brothers and sisters. Sisters tie a Rakhi, symbolizing prayers for their brothers’ well-being and longevity, while brothers pledge lifelong protection. Legends associated with Rakhi include Yamuna and Yama’s bond, the birth of Santoshi Mata, and Queen Karnavati’s plea to Emperor Humayun, highlighting the festival’s rich cultural and historical significance.