Get ready for Rakhi! Astrologer Rinhee Suberwal is sharing her insights on how to make this year’s festival extra special and spiritually aligned. She’s got the scoop on the best rituals, colors, and timing to ensure a truly auspicious celebration.
Mark Your Calendars: The Date and Why It Matters
This year, Raksha Bandhan falls on Saturday, August 9th, 2025. With some strong planetary vibes in the mix, Rinhee Suberwal – who’s not only an astrologer but also a tarot reader – is offering some easy-to-follow tips to help you celebrate safely and meaningfully.
Ditch the Red Rakhis This Year!
Rinhee suggests skipping the red rakhis in 2025. Here’s why:
“This is a Mars (Mangal) year, and red represents Mars. Using red could stir up anger, increase the chance of accidents, or lead to conflicts,” she explains.
So, What Should You Choose Instead?
Go for yellow rakhis!
“Yellow symbolizes Jupiter (Guru), which is all about peace, wisdom, and balance,” Rinhee says. Sounds good, right?
Timing is Everything: The Auspicious Muhurat
Rinhee really emphasizes the importance of timing this year.
- Tie the rakhi between 5:00 AM and 1:30 PM.
- Try to avoid tying the rakhi in the evening, especially after 1:30 PM.
Since it’s a Saturday (ruled by Saturn), getting the timing wrong could lead to delays or emotional heaviness. Nobody wants that!
Rituals for a Super Positive Celebration
- The Tilak is Key: Use a tilak made of turmeric (haldi) mixed with kumkum and either ganga jal or rose water. This helps calm down that intense Mars energy.
- Sweet Treats to Offer: Opt for besan or jaggery-based sweets. Both are connected to Jupiter’s positive vibes.
- Light a Ghee Lamp: Before you start the puja, light a ghee lamp to boost the spiritual energy.
Color Power and Direction
- Wear: Yellow, cream, pastel colors, or white.
- Face: East or North while tying the rakhi.
- Avoid: Gifts wrapped in black or dark grey.
- Never: Put the rakhi on the floor or any unclean surface.
The Spiritual Connection: Brothers and Mars
“Brothers represent Mangal Graha (Mars) in a sister’s astrological chart,” Rinhee explains.
So, Raksha Bandhan is more than just a tradition – it’s energetically significant!
“When you perform the rituals with care, it can really strengthen your bond and protect both siblings throughout the year,” she adds.
The Bottom Line
For a peaceful and powerful Raksha Bandhan 2025, remember to follow the right muhurat, choose colors that align with Jupiter, and perform all the rituals with intention and respect. Happy celebrating!
