Holika Dahan 2026 in Kolkata
होलिका दहन · कोलकाता
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Holika Dahan 2026 in Kolkata (कोलकाता) 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). Visit famous Kolkata temples like Kalighat Kali Temple and Dakshineswar Kali Temple for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Kolkata-specific timings.
Significance of Holika Dahan
Sacred fire ritual that destroys negative karma and protects from evil eye and obstacles.
🛕 Where to celebrate Holika Dahan in Kolkata
These temples in Kolkata are especially powerful during Holika Dahan:
- ●Kalighat Kali Temple
- ●Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- ●Belur Math
✓ 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 in Kolkata?
Holika Dahan 2026 is celebrated in Kolkata on Tuesday, 3 March 2026.
What is the Holika Dahan muhurat in Kolkata?
The Holika Dahan muhurat in Kolkata is Pradosh Kaal: 6:30 PM to 8:45 PM IST.
Which temples to visit on Holika Dahan in Kolkata?
Famous temples in Kolkata: Kalighat Kali Temple, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Belur Math.
Who is the planetary ruler of Holika Dahan?
The planetary ruler of Holika Dahan is Mars (Mangal) and Agni.