Chandra Grahan 2026: When will the first lunar eclipse of the year occur? Note the Sutak period and keep these things in mind.

News Topical, Digital Desk : Chandra Grahan 2026: The first lunar eclipse of this year will occur on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. This will be a total lunar eclipse , which will be seen as a 'Blood Moon' in many parts of the world. This eclipse will be valid in India. Significantly, this first lunar eclipse of the year is occurring on the day of Falgun Purnima, or Holika Dahan, which further increases its significance. So, let's explore the key facts about this day.

Lunar Eclipse 2026 Timings (Chandra Grahan 2025 Sutak Kaal Time in India)

Based on the calendar calculations, the Sutak period of the lunar eclipse will begin at 6:20 am on March 3. It will end at 6:46 pm.

What to do and what not to do during an eclipse? (Chandra Grahan 2026 Dos and Don'ts)

What to do?

• Chanting Vedic mantras during the eclipse period is considered very auspicious.
• Add Kush or Tulsi leaves to food items beforehand.
• After the eclipse is over, sprinkle Ganga water throughout the house and do charity after taking bath.
• Avoid tamasic things on this day.

What not to do?

• Do not touch the idols of God after the beginning of Sutak.
• Cooking or eating food during the eclipse is considered taboo.
• Pregnant women should take special precautions on this day; they should not use sharp objects like scissors or knives during the eclipse and should stay indoors.

Pujan Mantra

• Om Pashupataye Namah.
• Invocation and Obeisance to Lord Krishna..
• Om Tatpurushaya Vidmahe Mahadevaya Dhimahi Tanno Rudra: Prachodayat.
• Om Narayanaya Vidmahe. Vasudevaya slow down. Tanno Vishnu Prachodayat.

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