Holika Dahan 2026
होलिका दहन
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Holika Dahan (होलिका दहन) 2026 falls on Tuesday, 3 March 2026. Planetary ruler: Mars (Mangal) and Agni. Auspicious muhurat: Pradosh Kaal: 6:30 PM to 8:45 PM IST. The bonfire night before Holi, symbolizing the burning of evil and triumph of devotion (Prahlad's victory). Get authentic Vedic guidance, dos & don'ts, and personal predictions based on your birth chart.
Significance
Sacred fire ritual that destroys negative karma and protects from evil eye and obstacles.
✓ Do's
- ●Light Holika fire with family
- ●Offer coconut, grains, and sweets to the fire
- ●Circumambulate the fire 3 or 7 times
- ●Pray for protection from evil
✗ Don'ts
- ●Avoid lighting fire at inauspicious time (Bhadra Kaal)
- ●Do not perform Holika Dahan during Bhadra
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When is Holika Dahan 2026?
Holika Dahan 2026 falls on Tuesday, 3 March 2026.
What is the muhurat for Holika Dahan 2026?
Pradosh Kaal: 6:30 PM to 8:45 PM IST
Who is the planetary ruler of Holika Dahan?
The planetary ruler of Holika Dahan is Mars (Mangal) and Agni.
What is the significance of Holika Dahan?
Sacred fire ritual that destroys negative karma and protects from evil eye and obstacles.