Chandra Grahan 2026: The lunar eclipse will begin at this time on the day of Holika Dahan. Read the Sutak timings and rules.

News Topical, Digital Desk : According to the Vedic calendar, the festival of Holika Dahan (Holika Dahan 2026) is being celebrated today, March 3. This time, Holika Dahan will be overshadowed by a lunar eclipse (Chandra Grahan Time: March 3, 2026).

In such a situation, it's important to exercise some caution. It's believed that engaging in prohibited activities during a lunar eclipse has an inauspicious effect on a person. The Sutak period begins nine hours before the eclipse. During this time, worship and eating are prohibited. In this article, we'll explain what time the lunar eclipse will begin today (Grahan Time Today) and the duration of the Sutak period.

What time will the lunar eclipse 2026 begin? (Chandra Grahan 2026 Start and End Time)

Start of Lunar Eclipse – 03:20 PM (Chandra Grahan 2026 Time Start And End)
Total Lunar Eclipse – 05:04 PM (Chandra Grahan Kab Lagega)
End of Lunar Eclipse – 06:46 PM (Chandra Grahan Kitne Baje Tak Rahega)

(Chandra Grahan 2026 Sutak Time Start Time)

The Sutak period began at 6:20 am on March 3 (Lunar Eclipse 2026 Sutak Time). The Sutak period ends with the end of the lunar eclipse.

What to do during lunar eclipse?

• Before the Sutak period begins, add basil leaves to food. It is believed that adding basil leaves to food helps ward off the ill effects of the lunar eclipse.
• Apart from this, close the doors of the temple.
• Chant the mantras in your mind.
• After the lunar eclipse is over, take a bath and clean the temple and house.
• Purify yourself by sprinkling Ganga water
• Worship the gods and goddesses.
• Donate things like food, money etc.

What not to do during lunar eclipse?

• Do not consume food.
• Do not perform any worship.
• Do not touch the idols of gods and goddesses.
• Don't argue.
• Pregnant women should not use knives, scissors, needles or any sharp objects.

Where will the lunar eclipse be visible?

The lunar eclipse will be visible in major cities like Bengaluru, Delhi, Chennai, Prayagraj, Kanpur, Mumbai and Kolkata.

What should be donated after a lunar eclipse?

Perform prayers after the lunar eclipse . Then, donate items like rice, sugar, grains, and money to temples or the poor. According to religious belief, donating these items helps alleviate the negative effects of the lunar eclipse and bring auspicious results.

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