When is Holi 2026 Bhai Dooj:The festival of Bhai Dooj, dedicated to the undying love between brother and sister, is celebrated twice a year. The first after Diwali and the second immediately after Holi. celebrated the day after Holi Bhai Dooj The festival of is going to be celebrated on 5th March this year.

Although in many Hindu communities, Bhai Dooj, which comes after Diwali, is given more importance, Bhai Dooj of Holi also has its own importance. Bhai Dooj is a festival of brothers and sisters. This festival is celebrated to strengthen the bond of love, respect and affection between brothers and sisters. ‘Brother’ means brother. ‘Bhai Dooj’ It is clear from the wording that this festival is dedicated to the brothers.

confluence of religion and love

Bhai Dooj is also known as ‘Bhratri Dwitiya’ and ‘Yam Dwitiya’. This festival is celebrated on the second day of Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month. ‘Dwitiya’ means the second day of the lunar month, which is considered auspicious and auspicious. The special energy of love between brother and sister is present on this date.

In Sanatan Dharma, sister has been called a motherly figure. Just as a mother prays for the welfare of her son, similarly on this day a sister prays for her brother. long life and prosperous life Takes a resolution for. Through Tilak, Akshat, Roli and the light of the lamp, she inscribes her love and good wishes on her brother’s forehead.

When is Holi Bhai Dooj 2026?

According to Panchang: Dwitiya Tithi Start: March 4, 2026 at 4:48 am

Dwitiya Tithi ends: March 5, 2026 at 5:03 am

According to the rules of Udaya Tithi, Holi Bhai Dooj will be celebrated on 5 March 2026 (Thursday).

Auspicious time for Tilak on 5 March 2026

Brahma Muhurta: 5:04 am to 5:53 am

Abhijit Muhurta: 12:09 to 12:56 pm

The time from morning to afternoon is considered auspicious for Tilak. Sisters can apply tilak to their brother during this period as per the rituals.

Bhai Dooj puja method

• Take bath in the morning and wear clean clothes.


• Clean the place of worship and light a lamp.


• Remember Lord Ganesha and Yamraj.


• Make brother sit on the seat and apply Tilak with Roli, Akshat and rice.


• Perform Aarti, feed him sweets and pray for his long life.


• Brother expresses affection by giving gifts to sister.

This festival symbolizes the promise of love, trust and protection between brother and sister. Sisters who are celebrating Bhai Dooj for the first time can also perform this puja with devotion and simplicity.