These 3 people should not even by mistake look at the fire of Holika Dahan, it can snatch away the happiness of the house! Know when is the right date:

New Delhi. Holi, the great festival of colors, has special spiritual and religious significance in Sanatan Dharma. This festival cannot be imagined without Holika Dahan on the full moon date of Phalgun month. This mythological story of devotee Prahlad’s devotion to Narayana and the burning of Holika’s ego symbolizes the victory of good over evil. But do you know that according to the scriptures and astrological beliefs, seeing the blazing fire of Holika Dahan is not auspicious for everyone? It is believed that on the night of Holika Dahan, ‘Rahu’ remains in a very furious state, due to which this fire can have a deep negative impact on certain people. Let us know who are those three people who should stay away from the fire of Holika Dahan and what is the exact date of Holika Dahan this year.

When will Holika be lit this year?

There is a lot of confusion among people regarding the dates of Holi this year. According to astrological scholars and almanac, this year a lunar eclipse is going to occur on March 3, 2026. To avoid the Sutak and inauspicious effects of the eclipse, performing the sacred ritual of Holika Dahan on the evening of March 2 will be most auspicious and fruitful.

Newly married women should not look at fire even by mistake

According to Hindu beliefs, newly married women should strictly avoid looking at the fire of Holika Dahan on their first Holi. The mythological reason behind this is that when Holika was sitting in the fire with Prahlad, she herself was burnt to ashes. In such a situation, the fire of Holika Dahan is considered symbolically like a burning ‘pyre’. The scriptures believe that seeing this fire by the newlyweds can create obstacles in their happy married life and increase negativity.

Why is it dangerous for pregnant women?

Pregnant women are also given strict instructions to stay away from the Holika Dahan site. It is believed that the strong fire of Holika and the fierce environment there can have a bad effect on the health of the pregnant woman as well as the baby in the womb. Apart from this, this year there is also a lunar eclipse on the next day of Holika Dahan, due to which many types of negative energies will remain active in the environment. In such a situation, pregnant women should stay indoors for the safety of the unborn child.

Keep away children younger than 5 years

Small children are very playful and gentle by nature. The huge and blazing fire of Holika Dahan can create fear in the tender minds of small children, which can have a negative impact on their psychology. Apart from this, there is also a physical danger of children getting burnt or having an accident amidst the crowd and flames. From both religious and practical point of view, it is wise to keep children aged between 5 to 7 years away from the fire of Holika Dahan.

Disclaimer: All the information and remedies given in this article are based on general religious beliefs and astrological stories. We do not claim its accuracy, completeness or reliability. Before following any rule, definitely consult an expert in the concerned field or an astrologer.