Bhaitika today, 11:39am auspicious hour for tika
Summary
Hindus in Nepal celebrate Bhaitika on the final day of Tihar, with sisters applying tika to brothers at the auspicious time of 11:39am to bless them with prosperity and health.
Key Points
- Bhaitika is celebrated on the fifth day of Tihar, the second biggest festival in Nepal.
- Sisters apply a seven-coloured tika on brothers at 11:39am, the most auspicious hour.
- The tradition symbolizes wishes for brothers' long life, health, and prosperity.
- People without siblings visit Balgopaleshwar Temple at Ranipokhari to worship and receive tika on Bhaitika.
