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In Hindu religion and Vedic calendar, the full moon date of Saavan month is considered to have a very special and sacred significance. This holy day is celebrated with great enthusiasm in the entire country as the festival of ‘Raksha Bandhan’, symbolizing the immense love, unwavering trust and protection of brother and sister. On this day, sisters tie Raksha Sutra i.e. Rakhi on the wrist of their brothers and pray for their long life, good health and happiness and prosperity; Whereas brothers promise to protect their sisters throughout their life and gift gifts.
However, this year i.e. on 28th August 2026, a very rare and astronomical coincidence is taking place on the holy festival of Rakshabandhan. On this day, the second and last lunar eclipse of the year 2026 (Lunar Eclipse 2026) is going to occur. The news of lunar eclipse occurring on the day of Sawan Purnima itself has created confusion in the minds of the general public and brothers and sisters as to whether the festival of Rakhi will be affected due to the eclipse and Sutak period? Has there been any change in the timing of tying Rakhi? Come, let us know the exact answers to all these questions in detail according to astrological calculations and Panchang.
Rakshabandhan 2026: Mathematics of date and Udayatithi
According to the Panchang, this year the starting and ending time of the full moon date of Shukla Paksha of Sawan month will be as follows:
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Start of Purnima Tithi: From 09:08 am on Thursday, 27 August 2026.
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Completion of Purnima Tithi: On Friday, August 28, 2026 at 09:48 am.
According to the rules of ‘Udayatithi’ mentioned in the scriptures, since Purnima Tithi will be present at the time of sunrise on 28th August, hence The great festival of Rakshabandhan will be celebrated on 28th August 2026, Friday only.
Most auspicious time to tie Rakhi (Rakhi Shubh Muhurat)
In the year 2026, sisters are getting a very good and decent time in the morning to tie Rakhi on brother’s wrist. This time before the end of Purnima Tithi is completely free from defects:
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Auspicious time to tie Rakhi: morning on 28th august From 06:10 am to 09:48 am.
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Total auspicious period: To tie the Raksha Sutra to the sisters 3 hours 37 minutes You will get a very auspicious and fruitful time.
Timing of lunar eclipse and view of ‘blood moon’ on Saavan Purnima
This eclipse that will occur on August 28, 2026 is a Partial Lunar Eclipse will be. During this time, while revolving around the Earth, a large part of the Moon will be completely covered by the Earth’s main shadow (Umbra).
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Beginning of eclipse: Indian time (IST) morning From 06:53 The eclipse will begin.
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End of eclipse: Afternoon at 12:32 There will be salvation (completion) of the eclipse.
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total duration: This astronomical event is approximately 5 hours 39 minutes Will last till.
Blood Moon: One of the main features of this eclipse will be that due to the refraction of physical light, the color of the Moon will appear completely red or coppery bright at the peak of the eclipse, which in scientific and astronomical language is called ‘blood Moon’ It is also being said.
Will the shadow of eclipse fall on Rakshabandhan? Know the truth of Sutak period
According to religious beliefs, the Sutak period of lunar eclipse starts just 9 hours before the eclipse starts and during the Sutak period, any kind of auspicious work, worship or celebration of festivals is strictly prohibited. But this year there is no need for brothers and sisters to panic at all.
There will be no effect on Rakhi: This last lunar eclipse of the year 2026 will not be visible anywhere in India (Invisible in India). There is a clear rule in the scriptures that the eclipse which is not visible in one’s own country or region, does not have any religious effect, Sutak Kaal or Vedha. Therefore, the rules of Sutak period will not be applicable in India and the festival of Rakshabandhan will remain completely safe and fault-free. Sisters can tie Rakhi to their brother at their prescribed auspicious time without any fear.
Astrological Effects: Eclipse in Aquarius and Shatabhisha Nakshatra
Even though this eclipse is not visible in India, but according to cosmic calculations this eclipse is going to occur in the Moon located in Aquarius and Shatabhisha Nakshatra. In astrology, the elusive planet Rahu is considered to be the lord of Shatabhisha Nakshatra. Moon’s affliction in the constellation of Rahu can have a direct and significant impact on the mental state of people, social relations, political decisions and quick decision-making abilities at a global level.
This rare eclipse will be visible in these parts of the world
This partial lunar eclipse, which remains invisible in India, will be visible with full splendor in many other corners of the world. This eclipse will be mainly visible in the following areas:
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entire Europe and African continent
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Countries of North America and South America
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Coastal parts of the Atlantic Ocean and the eastern Pacific Ocean.