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The month of Falgun started on February 2, 2026. Many major Hindu festivals are celebrated during this month. It is also during the month of Falgun that

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the festival of Holi is celebrated. For the unversed, the festival of colours symbolises the triumph of good over evil and the change of seasons, marking the arrival of spring. On this occasion, people play with colours and gulal. They also forgive old grievances and embrace one another - preparing a variety of delicious dishes at home. Here is everything you need to know about the dates and auspicious timings for Holika Dahan and Holi in 2026.

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\n Holika Dahan 2026 Muhurat

According to the Vedic calendar, Holika Dahan in 2026 will take place on March 3, 2026.\n
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Holika Dahan Muhurt - 06:41 PM to 09:07 PM
Bhadra Punchha - 01:25 AM to 02:35 AM, March 03
Bhadra Mukha - 02:35 AM to 04:30 AM, March 03

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\n\"According to Hindu scriptures Holika Dahan, which is also known as Holika Deepak or Chhoti Holi, should be done during Pradosh Kaal (which starts after sunset) while Purnimasi Tithi is prevailing.Bhadra prevails during first half of Purnimasi Tithi and all good work should be avoided when Bhadra prevails,\" states Drik Panchang.\n
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\nIt further states, \"The first preference to get Holika Dahan Muhurta is during Pradosh while Purnimasi Tithi is prevailing and Bhadra is over. If Bhadra prevails during Pradosh but it ends before midnight, then Holika Dahan should be done after Bhadra is over. If Bhadra is getting over after midnight, then only Holika Dahan should be done in Bhadra and preferably during Bhadra Punchha. However, one should avoid Bhadra Mukha, and in no condition should Holika Dahan be done in Bhadra Mukha.\"\n
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Holika Dahan During Pradosh With Bhadra

Purnima Tithi Begins - 05:55 PM on March 02, 2026
Purnima Tithi Ends - 05:07 PM on March 03, 2026

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When Is Holi 2026?

In 2026, Holi will be celebrated on March 4, 2026. It is on Holi or Dhulandi day when people play with colours. It falls on the next day of Holika Dahan.\n
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Holi 2026: Holika Dahan And Dhulandi Date, Shubh Muhurat And Other Important Details

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