Holika Dahan 2028 in Chennai
Trikaal Sandesh — Direct Answer
Holika Dahan in 2026 is observed on March 3, 2026, during the evening of Phalguna Purnima. Devotees light a bonfire, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil, particularly associated with Lord Vishnu's protection of Prahlad. This festival signifies the victory of devotion and righteousness over malevolent forces.
🕐 Holika Dahan 2028 Timings for Chennai
| Tithi | Chaturdashi (Shukla Paksha) — 10:21 upto |
| Nakshatra | Magha, Pada 4 — 09:28 upto |
| Yoga · Karana | Dhriti · Vanija |
| Puja Muhurat | 15:52-18:15(Sayahna) |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 11:54-12:42 |
| Rahu Kaal | 10:49-12:18 |
| Yamaganda · Gulika | 15:16-16:45 · 07:51-09:20 |
| Sunrise · Sunset | 06:22 · 18:15 |
Computed for Chennai (13.0827, 80.2707) with Swiss Ephemeris, Lahiri ayanamsha. All five angas read at local sunrise.
📜 How this date was determined
Purnima pervades sayahna kaal on one day only (100% of the window). The pyre is lit in the second half of Purnima at night, and Bhadra must be avoided — Purnima pervading sayahna decides the day.
Computed by Trikaal Vaani from Swiss Ephemeris and the classical nirnaya rules — Nirnaya Sindhu, Dharma Sindhu, and the Report of the Calendar Reform Committee. Not copied from another calendar.
🕐 Holika Dahan 2028 timings across India
| City | Sunrise | Abhijit Muhurat | Rahu Kaal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai | 06:22 | 11:54-12:42 | 10:49-12:18 |
| Delhi NCR | 06:40 | 12:08-12:54 | 11:03-12:31 |
| Mumbai | 06:54 | 12:24-13:12 | 11:19-12:48 |
| Noida | 06:39 | 12:07-12:53 | 11:02-12:30 |
| Gurgaon | 06:40 | 12:08-12:54 | 11:03-12:31 |
| Bangalore | 06:33 | 12:05-12:53 | 11:00-12:29 |
| Hyderabad | 06:31 | 12:02-12:49 | 10:57-12:26 |
| Pune | 06:50 | 12:20-13:08 | 11:15-12:44 |
| Kolkata | 05:53 | 11:22-12:10 | 10:18-11:46 |
| Ahmedabad | 06:56 | 12:25-13:13 | 11:21-12:49 |
✓ Do's
- Observe the auspicious Muhurat.
- Offer traditional Puja items.
- Pray for family's well-being.
- Share Prasad with others.
- Maintain cleanliness around pyre.
✗ Don'ts
- Do not light before Muhurat.
- Avoid negative thoughts or actions.
- Do not harm any animals.
- Avoid consuming intoxicants.
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