Bhai Dooj 2026: Date, Tithi & Significance

Bhai Dooj 2026 falls on Wednesday, 11 November 2026. [Diwali cluster / Sibling bond] Celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters; closes the Diwali festival period Tithi at sunrise: Shukla Paksha Dwitiya.

  • Wednesday, 11 November 2026
  • Tithi: Shukla Paksha Dwitiya
  • Sunrise (New Delhi, India): 06:40 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Bhai Dooj in 2026?

Bhai Dooj 2026 falls on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.

Why is Bhai Dooj celebrated?

[Diwali cluster / Sibling bond] Celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters; closes the Diwali festival period

What is the tithi on Bhai Dooj 2026?

At sunrise in New Delhi, India the tithi is Shukla Paksha Dwitiya and the nakshatra is Anuradha.

What are the sunrise and sunset times on Bhai Dooj 2026?

In New Delhi, India, sunrise is at 06:40 AM and sunset at 05:29 PM. Times differ by city.