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Bhai Dooj 2026: Date, Tilak Muhurat, and Puja Vidhi Explained
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What Happened?
Bhai Dooj, also known as Yam Dwitiya, celebrates the bond between siblings. In 2026, it will be observed on November 11, following the Dwitiya Tithi.
Key points
- Bhai Dooj is celebrated on the Dwitiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha in Kartik month.
- In 2026, Dwitiya Tithi begins on November 10 at 2 PM and ends on November 11 at 3:53 PM.
- The auspicious tilak timing is from 1:10 PM to 3:20 PM on November 11.
- Sisters apply tilak on their brothers' foreheads and pray for their well-being.
- Brothers traditionally give gifts to their sisters during this festival.
- The festival is linked to the story of Yamaraj and his sister Yamuna.
Key insights
- The festival highlights the importance of familial bonds in Indian culture.
- Celebrating Bhai Dooj may strengthen sibling relationships and family unity.
- The rituals associated with Bhai Dooj reflect traditional values and beliefs.
Why it matters
Bhai Dooj reinforces the cultural significance of sibling relationships in Hindu tradition.
Source
Times Now
