Bhai Dooj 2025: Celebrating Sibling Bond

Bhai Dooj is a Hindu festival celebrating the special bond between brothers and sisters. Sisters pray for their brothers’ long life and happiness.

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Bhai Dooj falls on the second day after Diwali, during the Shukla Paksha of Kartik month. In 2025.

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Sisters perform a tilak ceremony on their brothers’ forehead and offer sweets. Brothers give gifts in return, symbolizing love and protection.

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The festival strengthens sibling relationships. It reminds families of love, trust, and duty towards each other.

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Bhai Dooj is linked to legends of Lord Yama and Yamuna, and Krishna and Subhadra, highlighting the sacred sibling bond.

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Today, siblings celebrate Bhai Dooj virtually and in person. Social media is filled with greetings, photos, and heartfelt messages.

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Prepare sweets, perform the tilak ritual, exchange gifts, and spend quality time together to make Bhai Dooj memorable.

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