Holashtak 2026: What to do and what not to do in Holashtak (Image Source: AI-Generated)
Religion Desk, New Delhi. All kinds of auspicious works stop during Holashtak. It starts eight days before Holi. According to the Vedic calendar, the period of Holashtak lasts from Ashtami Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Phalgun month till Holika Dahan. It is believed that doing auspicious work during Holashtak leads to failure. Therefore, the rules of Holashtak (Holashtak 2026 Start Time) have been explained in detail in astrology. In such a situation, let us know what to do and what not to do in Holashtak.
When is Holashtak (Holashtak 2026 Date)
According to the Vedic calendar, this time Holashtak (Holashtak 2026 Start Date) is starting from 24th February. At the same time, it will end on the day of Holika Dahan i.e. 03 March. Holi will be celebrated the next day i.e. on 4th March.
What not to do during Holashtak
What to do during Holashtak?
all troubles will go away
If you are facing troubles in life, then recite Hanuman Chalisa or Bajrang Baan after taking bath every morning during Holashtak. According to religious belief, by doing this remedy with a true heart, all troubles go away and one gets freedom from negative powers. Also offer red vermillion to the Lord during the puja.
Holika Dahan 2026 Date and Shubh Muhurat
Beginning of Phalgun Purnima Tithi - March 02 at 05:55 PM End of Phalgun Purnima Tithi - March 03 at 05:07 PM In this case, Holika Dahan will be celebrated on March 03 and Holi will be celebrated on March 04. Holika Dahan Muhurta - On March 03, it will be from 06:22 PM to 08:50 PM. Holika Dahan can be done at any time during this period.
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