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.