NEW DELHI, Nov 2026 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended greetings to people across the country on the occasion of Bhai Dooj, wishing happiness, prosperity and stronger family bonds.
Bhai Dooj, also known as Bhaiya Dooj, Bhai Tika and Bhau Beej in different regions, celebrates the special relationship between brothers and sisters. The festival is marked with affection, prayers and family gatherings across India.
Taking to social media platform X, Prime Minister Modi conveyed his wishes and highlighted the emotional significance of the occasion.
"Heartfelt wishes to my family members across the country on Bhai Dooj. This sacred festival symbolises the sweetness and warmth of the loving and deep bond between brothers and sisters," he wrote.
"On this auspicious occasion, I wish everyone happiness and prosperity," the Prime Minister added.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta also extended her greetings, describing Bhai Dooj as a sacred celebration of the enduring affection, trust and closeness shared by brothers and sisters.
In her message on X, Gupta said the unique relationship between siblings was an important expression of love, protection and family values in Indian culture.
She expressed hope that the festival would bring happiness, prosperity and joy to every household and that the bond of affection between brothers and sisters would remain strong.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also conveyed his heartfelt wishes to people on the occasion.
"Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to everyone on Bhaiya Dooj, the sacred festival symbolising the affection, devotion and closeness between brothers and sisters," he posted on X.
Adityanath also invoked Goddess Yamuna, praying that the festival would bring happiness, prosperity and well-being to people's lives while strengthening love and trust within families.
Bhai Dooj is celebrated on the second lunar day of the Shukla Paksha in the Hindu month of Kartika, the eighth month of the Vikram Samvat and Shalivahana Shaka calendars.
According to Hindu mythology, Goddess Yamuna once invited her brother, Yamaraj, the god of death, to her home for a meal on Karthik Shukla Dwitiya. Pleased with her affection and hospitality, Yamaraj blessed her and declared that those who received hospitality from their sisters on this day would be blessed with happiness and protection from the sufferings of Naraka.
The tradition is believed to have given rise to Bhai Dooj, which continues to be celebrated as a festival of sibling affection, goodwill and family togetherness.
