Bhai Phonta 2026
Tuesday, 27 October 2026
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Tuesday, 27 October 2026
Tithi 16
Names in regional scripts
About Bhai Phonta
Karthika Shukla Dwitiya, second day after Kali Puja. Bengali Bhai Dooj — sisters apply a sandalwood tilak (phonta) on brothers' foreheads, pray for their long lives, and feed them an elaborate non-veg meal. The reciprocal of Raksha Bandhan in Bengal.
Tithi: Tithi 16 · Type: major · Fasting: Not central to this festival
Bhai Phonta dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 Nov | Thursday |
| 2026This year | 27 Oct | Tuesday |
| 2027 | 15 Nov | Monday |
| 2028 | 3 Nov | Friday |
| 2029 | 22 Nov | Thursday |
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Acharya Suryakanth Subramaniam | Parashari JyotishFrequently asked questions
When is Bhai Phonta 2026?
Bhai Phonta 2026 falls on Tuesday, 27 October 2026. Tithi 16
What is the significance of Bhai Phonta?
Karthika Shukla Dwitiya, second day after Kali Puja. Bengali Bhai Dooj — sisters apply a sandalwood tilak (phonta) on brothers' foreheads, pray for their long lives, and feed them an elaborate non-veg meal. The reciprocal of Raksha Bandhan in Bengal.
Is Bhai Phonta a public holiday?
Bhai Phonta is not a centrally gazetted holiday but is widely observed in homes and temples. Some states declare it a regional holiday — check your local calendar.
Do you fast on Bhai Phonta?
Fasting is not the central ritual of Bhai Phonta. The day is celebrated with feasts, prayers, and family gatherings.
When will Bhai Phonta be celebrated next year (2027)?
Bhai Phonta 2027 will be celebrated on Monday, 15 November 2027.
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