Fri Nov 01 19:02:56 UTC 2024: ## Bhai Dooj 2024: Celebrate the Bond Between Siblings on November 3rd

**New Delhi, India** – Bhai Dooj, the Hindu festival celebrating the special bond between brothers and sisters, will be observed on **Sunday, November 3rd, 2024**. The festival, also known as Bhai Phota, Bhau Beej, or Bhai Tikka, is celebrated with great enthusiasm across India.

This year, the auspicious Dwitiya Tithi for Bhai Dooj begins on **November 2nd at 8:21 PM** and ends on **November 3rd at 10:05 PM**. The main rituals will take place during the Aparahna time on **November 3rd, from 01:17 PM to 03:38 PM**.

On Bhai Dooj, sisters apply a tilak to their brothers’ foreheads and pray for their prosperity and longevity. This tradition is rooted in ancient Hindu mythology, with stories revolving around Lord Krishna and his sister Subhadra, and the deity of death, Yama, and his sister Yamuna.

These tales emphasize the festival’s significance: to honor and strengthen the unbreakable bond between siblings. Bhai Dooj is a day to express love, care, and commitment, with sisters praying for their brothers’ well-being and brothers promising to protect and care for their sisters.

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**Bhai Dooj offers a chance to celebrate the unique bond between siblings and express appreciation for each other. As the festival draws near, families across India are gearing up for a day filled with joy, love, and meaningful rituals.**

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