
Bhai Dooj 2026 Date: When is it Celebrated?
What Happened?
Bhai Dooj, dedicated to the bond between brothers and sisters, will be celebrated on November 11, 2026. Sisters will perform rituals for their brothers' well-being.
Key points
- Bhai Dooj is celebrated on the second day of the Shukla Paksha in Kartik month.
- In 2026, the second date begins on November 10 at 2 PM and ends on November 11 at 3:53 PM.
- The auspicious time for applying tilak is from 1:10 PM to 3:20 PM on November 11.
- Rituals include applying tilak, performing aarti, and offering sweets.
- The festival symbolizes the bond between brothers and sisters.
Key insights
- The festival may increase family gatherings and strengthen sibling relationships.
- It highlights traditional rituals that are significant in Indian culture.
- The timing of the festival may influence local celebrations and community events.
Why it matters
This festival reinforces the cultural bond between siblings in India.
Source
India Today



