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Chandra Grahan (Lunar Eclipse) 2026

The first lunar eclipse of the year will occur on the festival of colours, Holi, on 3rd March 2026. On this day, the moon will be in Leo, affecting all zodiac signs. Read below what you can donate on this day to reduce the negative effects of Chandra Grahan. The lunar eclipse will occur from 6:26 PM to 6:46 PM. The eclipse will last for a total of 20 minutes and 54 seconds. The Sutak period will begin at 9:38 AM and end at 6:46 PM. The eclipse on 3rd March will occur in the Leo zodiac sign, in the Purva Phalguni nakshatra. This eclipse will be visible in India, East Asia, Australia, the United States, Russia, and Pakistan. It is believed that some zodiac signs may face losses due to the lunar eclipse (Chandra Grahan). To reduce these effects, you can perform certain remedies according to your zodiac sign. Click here to read your daily horoscope.

Perform these Remedies during Chandra Grahan

To reduce the effects of the lunar eclipse, you can perform certain remedies. On the day of the eclipse, you can offer 7 types of grains to the poor people, as it is believed to bring happiness and prosperity in life. 

You can put a coconut wrapped in a red thread or chunari, as doing this removes all the obstacles in one's life and gets rid of the evil eye. Donating oil and black sesame seeds is also considered beneficial.

During the eclipse, you can offer money and black clothes to the needy people. Lastly, you offer batashe and chant mantras. It is believed that reciting Maha Mrityunjaya Jaap removes negativity and brings positive energy in one's life.