Holika Dahan 2026 in Kolkata
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 2026 Timings for Kolkata
| Tithi | Purnima (Shukla Paksha) — 17:07 upto |
| Nakshatra | Magha, Pada 4 — 07:31 upto |
| Yoga · Karana | Sukarma · Bava |
| Puja Muhurat | 15:17-17:37 (Sayahna) |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 11:25-12:11 |
| Rahu Kaal | 14:42-16:09 |
| Yamaganda · Gulika | 08:54-10:21 · 11:48-13:15 |
| Sunrise · Sunset | 06:00 · 17:37 |
Computed for Kolkata (22.5726, 88.3639) 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 (47% 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. Bhadra (Vishti karana) occupies sayahna kaal on 02 Mar from 17:56 to 05:29, so that day is rejected — the rite may not be performed during Bhadra.
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 2026 timings across India
| City | Sunrise | Abhijit Muhurat | Rahu Kaal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata | 06:00 | 11:25-12:11 | 14:42-16:09 |
| Delhi NCR | 06:48 | 12:10-12:56 | 15:25-16:51 |
| Mumbai | 07:00 | 12:27-13:13 | 15:45-17:13 |
| Noida | 06:47 | 12:09-12:55 | 15:24-16:50 |
| Gurgaon | 06:48 | 12:10-12:56 | 15:26-16:52 |
| Bangalore | 06:37 | 12:07-12:54 | 15:28-16:56 |
| Hyderabad | 06:36 | 12:04-12:50 | 15:23-16:51 |
| Pune | 06:55 | 12:22-13:09 | 15:41-17:09 |
| Chennai | 06:27 | 11:56-12:44 | 15:17-16:45 |
| Ahmedabad | 07:03 | 12:28-13:14 | 15:45-17:12 |
✓ 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.
Coming up in Kolkata
- Anant Chaturdashi 20262026-09-25
- Pitru Paksha 20262026-09-26
- Sharad Navratri 20262026-10-11
- Navratri Day 1 - Maa Shailputri 20262026-10-11
- Navratri Day 2 - Maa Brahmacharini 20262026-10-12
- Navratri Day 3 - Maa Chandraghanta 20262026-10-13
- Navratri Day 4 - Maa Kushmanda 20262026-10-14
- Navratri Day 5 - Maa Skandamata 20262026-10-15
Explore More
Free Vedic Calculators
Curious what this means for YOUR chart? Try these free tools — no signup: