As we all know that Bhai Dooj is celebrated every year on the second date of Shukla Paksha of Kartik month. But this year Kartik Shukla Dwitiya date is two days i.e. 14th and 15th November, that is why everyone is confused about the date of Bhai Dooj as to when is Bhai Dooj. This festival of brother-sister relationship is celebrated with great pomp across the country.
According to the almanac, it will start from 02:36 pm on 14th November and will continue till 01:47 pm the next day i.e. on 15th November. This festival is celebrated during the day time. In this, the sister applies tilak to the brother and ties Kalava on his hands.
Auspicious date for doing Tilak
This time, on 14th November, Kartik Shukla Dwitiya Tithi starts from 2:37 pm, while on 15th November, Kartik Shukla Dwitiya Tithi starts from 1:48 pm in the afternoon. Therefore you can celebrate the festival of Bhai Dooj on both the days.