Holika Dahan & Lunar Eclipse: Dates, Rituals, and Precautions Explained
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News18•26-02-2026, 11:42
Holika Dahan & Lunar Eclipse: Dates, Rituals, and Precautions Explained
•Confusion surrounds Holika Dahan and Holi dates due to Bhadra and a lunar eclipse on Phalguna Purnima.
•Astrologer Pandit Deeplal Jaipuri clarifies Holika Dahan's significance, linked to Prahlad's devotion and Holika's demise.
•Holika Dahan is advised on March 3 after the lunar eclipse ends, as per scriptural timings.
•A partial lunar eclipse (Grastodit Khandgras Chandra Grahan) will occur on March 3 from 3:27 PM to 6:47 PM, with Sutak period starting at 9 AM.
•During the eclipse, chanting Shiva and Moon mantras, avoiding cutting vegetables, and donating white items post-eclipse are recommended; pregnant women and children should stay indoors.