Chaitra Navratri is starting from March 19, but will auspicious functions like Mundan and house warming be possible this time? Know the astrological rules:

Lucknow, Bureau.Chaitra Navratri has special significance in Hindu religion. It is not only the time of worshiping the nine forms of Maa Durga, but this day also marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year (Nava Samvatsara). In the year 2026, Chaitra Navratri is starting from 19th March. During these nine days of reverence and devotion, people often want to perform Mundan, house warming or start a business. But this time astrological calculations are indicating something different. Due to the shadow of ‘Kharmas’, there is confusion regarding auspicious activities during Navratri this year.

Will auspicious works be possible this time during Navratri?

From the religious point of view, the nine days of Navratri are considered to be self-evident auspicious times, in which the beginning of any new work is considered auspicious. However, a special astronomical situation is taking place in the year 2026:

Shadow of Kharmas: From 15 March 2026 Kharmas Will start, which will last till mid-April.

Sun’s transit: On March 15, the Sun will enter Pisces. When Sun is in the signs of Jupiter (Sagittarius or Pisces), it is called ‘Kharmas’. During this period, the power of Sun and Jupiter reduces, due to which auspicious results are not achieved.

Ban on marriage: Due to the spiritual nature of Kharmas and Navratri, during these nine days Marriage Is considered taboo. Navratri is the time to observe abstinence and celibacy, hence it is not considered appropriate for worldly pleasures (marriage).

Mundan and Griha Pravesh: What to do, what not to do?

Generally, during Navratri, people like to perform Mundan (head shaving) of children or entry into a new house (Griha Pravesh), but due to Kharmas in 2026, the rules are a bit strict:

Home Entrance: Since the Sun is weak in Kharmas, many scholars do not recommend Griha Pravesh during this period. However, some people consider it as ‘Swayam Siddha Muhurat’ and enter the Kalash Sthapana, but it would be better if you take advice from your clan tradition and priest.

Mundan Sanskar: Mundaning during Navratri is considered auspicious, but due to the presence of Kharmas, it should be avoided or done instead of Chaitra Navratri. Shardiya Navratri It may be better to do it in.

New investment or business: Buying a new vehicle, performing Bhoomi Pujan (without Griha Pravesh) or starting a new business is considered fruitful during Navratri.

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