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New Delhi/Lucknow. In the year 2026, the festival of colors Holi is going to witness a rare and amazing astronomical event. This year, on March 3, 2026, on the day of Phalgun Purnima, when the entire country will be preparing for Holika Dahan, the first total lunar eclipse of the year will be visible in the sky. According to astrological calculations, such a coincidence is happening after about a century (100 years). Since this eclipse will be visible in India, it will have a direct impact on Holi worship, Sutak period and traditions.
Timing of lunar eclipse in India (Indian time)
This lunar eclipse, which will occur on March 3, 2026, will start from afternoon and continue till evening. It will be in its final stages at the time of moonrise in different parts of India:
Beginning of eclipse: 03:20 pm
Position of total eclipse: From 05:04 pm (this may also be called a ‘blood moon’ as the moon will appear coppery red)
End of eclipse: 06:46 pm
Visibility in India: In eastern and north-eastern India (like Assam, Bengal, Bihar) it will be completely visible, while in areas like Delhi, UP and Rajasthan, it will be partially visible at the time of moonrise.
Sutak period: When will the doors of temples remain closed?
According to religious beliefs, the Sutak period of lunar eclipse starts 9 hours before the eclipse starts.
Beginning of Sutak: 09:39 am (3 March)
Concluding Sutak: 06:46 pm (with eclipse ending)
During the Sutak period, the doors of temples will remain closed and any kind of idol worship or auspicious work will be prohibited. The rules for the elderly, children and pregnant women will come into effect from 03:28 pm onwards.
Effect on Holika Dahan: Will the Muhurta change?
This time there has been a big change in the timing of Holika Dahan due to the eclipse. Holika Dahan cannot be done during Sutak and eclipse.
Auspicious time for Holika Dahan: evening after the eclipse ends 06:47 pm to 08:50 pm Will last till.
Dhulandi (Holi with colours): Dhulandi means Holi of playing colors, next day i.e. 4 March 2026 Will be celebrated with full enthusiasm. There will be no shadow of eclipse on it.
These zodiac signs will have a special impact
this eclipse leo zodiac sign And Purva Phalguni Nakshatra I feel. According to astrologers:
Leo and Virgo: People of these zodiac signs need to be careful about mental stress and health.
Caution: Avoid eating, sleeping or using sharp objects during the eclipse. Pregnant women should especially stay indoors.
remedy: Chanting ‘Om Namah Shivay’ or ‘Mahamrityunjaya Mantra’ during the eclipse is considered extremely beneficial.