Bhai Dooj 2023: Known by various names, such as Bhai Phonta, Bhatra Dwitiya, Bhai Dwitiya, and Bhathru Dwithiya, Bhai Dooj resonates across regions of India.
Bhai Dooj History, Significance, How to Celebrate, Date Time, Vidhi and Muhurat Timings: Although similar to rakhi, on Bhai Dooj, sisters put a tilak or a vermilion mark on the brother’s forehead and perform an aarti. The sisters are then presented with gifts and goodies. This tilak ceremony, however, is celebrated differently at different places
Bhai Dooj festival is a symbol of love, affection, and the duty of brothers to protect their sisters. It is believed that on this day, sisters pray for the well-being and long life of their brothers, while brothers, in turn, offer gifts to their sisters.