Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 23, 2025, as the auspicious occasion of Bhai Dooj arrives. This significant festival, celebrated as Bhai Tika and Bhaubeej in various regions, beautifully encapsulates the deep-rooted affection and protective instincts shared between brothers and sisters. It serves as a joyous conclusion to the five-day Diwali festivities.
The essence of Bhai Dooj lies in the rituals where sisters mark their brothers’ foreheads with a tilak, offer delicious sweets, and pray for their long and prosperous lives. Brothers, in turn, shower their sisters with gifts as tokens of their love. In 2025, the primary ceremony, the Aparahna Muhurat, is scheduled from 1:10 PM to 3:25 PM, offering a window of over two hours for this sacred tradition. The Dwitiya Tithi, marking the lunar day for the festival, starts on October 22nd and ends on October 23rd.
This festival’s rich history is often linked to the tale of Lord Krishna and his sister Subhadra, highlighting the enduring strength of sibling ties. Whether known as Bhai Phonta in West Bengal or Bhratri Dwitiya in South India, the core sentiment of love and mutual respect resonates universally. As the Dwitiya Tithi commences on the evening of October 22nd and concludes late on October 23rd, there is ample time to partake in the celebrations and convey heartfelt wishes.