According to the Hindu Panchang (almanac), Holika Dahan will be performed on March 3, 2026, only after the lunar eclipse ends.
✔️ Why March 3, 2026?
- Bhadra Kaal is in effect throughout the night of March 2, making Holika Dahan inauspicious.
- Sutak Kaal due to the lunar eclipse applies on the morning of March 3.
- Hence, the only auspicious window opens after the eclipse concludes on March 3, 2026.
⏰ Important Panchang Timings
🌑 Purnima (Full Moon Tithi)
- Starts: March 2, 2026 – 5:55 PM
- Ends: March 3, 2026 – 5:07 PM
🚫 Bhadra Kaal
- Begins: March 2, 2026 – 5:58 PM
- Ends: March 3, 2026 – 5:30 AM
- ❌ Holika Dahan during Bhadra is strictly prohibited
🌘 Lunar Eclipse & Sutak Kaal
- Sutak Begins: March 3, 2026 – 6:23 AM
- Religious rituals are avoided during Sutak
- ✅ Holika Dahan is allowed only after the eclipse ends
🔥 Final Holika Dahan Muhurat 2026
➡️ Holika Dahan Date: March 3, 2026
➡️ Ritual Timing: After lunar eclipse ends (post-Sutak period)
📌 Devotees are advised to follow local temple announcements or regional Panchang for the exact minute-level muhurat.
🎨 When Is Holi (Dhulendi) 2026?
- Holi of Colours (Dhulendi): March 4, 2026
- This is the day people celebrate with colours, gulal, music, and joy 🎉
🕉️ Significance of Holika Dahan
Holika Dahan symbolizes the victory of good over evil. The ritual is rooted in the legendary tale of Prahlada and Holika:
- Prahlada’s unwavering devotion to Lord Vishnu protected him from fire
- Holika, representing evil intentions, was destroyed
- The bonfire reminds devotees to burn negativity, ego, and fear
🔥 The ritual inspires faith, righteousness, and spiritual strength.
