When is lunar eclipse 2026: The first lunar eclipse of the year occurs on the full moon day of Phalgun month, the day Holika Dahan occurs. This Moon is posited in Leo and Magha Nakshatra. What will be the time, sutak period, constellation, position of planets and planets of this lunar eclipse, what things should be kept in mind and what should be avoided. Yes Astrologer Nitisha Church Know the answers to all these records in detail. Besides, we will also know how this lunar eclipse appears in India and in which areas it affects.
When is the first lunar eclipse of another year (Chandra Grahan 2026 Date)
This year the first lunar eclipse is taking place on the day of Phalgun Purnima. Solar and lunar eclipses occur from time to time, but their effects are seen at the individual, society and global level. According to the calendar, this year the first lunar eclipse of the year is taking place on Tuesday, March 3.
Chandra Grahan 2026 Timing
In the year 2026, the first lunar eclipse of Leechwale will start at 3:20 pm and this eclipse will end at 6:46 pm. Overall this eclipse will be effective between 3 to 27 hours.
Chandra Grahan 2026 Sutak Kaal
The first lunar eclipse of the year 2026 will be seen in India. Therefore, Sutak period will have special significance during the eclipse. The Sutak period of lunar eclipse starts about 9 hours before. According to this, Sutak period will start from 6 am to 20 minutes on March 3. All auspicious works will be done during Sutak period. Close the doors of the picture also. At this time, one should not prepare and cook food, do puja, do housework, yagya, start new work etc.
Where the first lunar eclipse of the year intrigues (when and where to see lunar eclipse 2026)
This lunar eclipse was seen in many major countries of Europe, Asia, North and South America, Australia and Africa including India. However in India it is visible around Suryadev.
Special precautions should be taken during eclipse-
1. Do not use sharp objects like knives, scissors etc.
2.Neither hair nor nails.
3. Stay away from steroids and negativity
4. Pregnant women should take special care. However, the elderly, children and pregnant women require diet or can take fruit diet.
what to do during eclipse
On this day, take bath early in the morning, offer water to Lord Shiva and Sun God. It is better to have food before the Sutak period starts. Chanting ‘Om Namah Shivay’, Shiva Sahastranam or Shiva Sukta during the eclipse is considered extremely auspicious. After the eclipse ends, use pure Ganga water at home and take bath yourself. Donating after this is considered especially fruitful. Donate Moon related products like milk, rice, sugar, white clothes etc.
These deposits will have to be careful due to lunar eclipse
People of Leo, Cancer and Aquarius are being advised to take special precautions due to the first lunar eclipse of the year 2026. The miraculous script has the shape of the moon, they may have to face mental stress or anxiety. Also if the Moon is strong and has the right remedy during the eclipse period, it can also give positive results on time.
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