Lunar eclipse on the day of Holi, know the time of Sutak period, astrological effect and complete information related to it.

The first lunar eclipse of the year 2026 is going to occur on Tuesday, March 3, and the most special thing about this lunar eclipse is that the eclipse will fall on the festival of Holi. This lunar eclipse, which will occur on the day of Holi, is going to occur under the Sun God’s zodiac sign Leo and Purva Phalguni Nakshatra. Lunar eclipse is the moment when the universe changes its flow of energy and its witnesses are all the creatures, animals, birds and humans present on the earth. Lunar eclipse is not only an astronomical phenomenon but it also has religious significance and the occurrence of this eclipse on the day of Holi is considered to be a very rare coincidence. Let us tell you that in the year 2026, some four eclipses are going to occur, in which there will be 2 lunar eclipses and 2 solar eclipses. Let us know about the lunar eclipse occurring on Holi, whether this eclipse will be visible in India or not…

lunar eclipse on holi
This year Holi will be celebrated on March 3, 2026 and a lunar eclipse is also going to occur on the same day, which is going to impact the country and the world including economy, politics, career, all the 12 zodiac signs from Aries to Pisces. This lunar eclipse will not be auspicious for many people because it is bringing many changes.

Many people are confused as to what will happen if there is a lunar eclipse on the day of Holika Dahan. So let us tell you that the lunar eclipse will end even before the moonrise occurs in India. Therefore, this lunar eclipse occurring on Holika Dahan is being called Shratodaya eclipse.
Will this lunar eclipse be visible in India?

Yes, this time the total lunar eclipse will be visible from India also, so people are advised to be prepared for this eclipse as they can see it even with their open eyes. The lunar eclipse will be visible in India for about 25 minutes.

Will there be Sutak period in India?
Yes, as mentioned above this lunar eclipse will be visible in India, hence Sutak period will also be there at that time.
When will Sutak period start?
The Sutak period will start nine hours before the lunar eclipse and will end after the eclipse ends. During this period, auspicious work, worship etc. should be avoided. The Sutak period of lunar eclipse will start at 6.20 am in India. This will also affect the festival of Holi. The Sutak period of the solar eclipse starts 12 hours before.

When will the lunar eclipse start?
According to Indian time, the eclipse on March 3 will start at 3:20 pm and will last till 6:47 pm. The duration of the lunar eclipse is going to be 3 hours 27 minutes.