The dates of Holika Dahan and Holi are set for March 24 and 25, respectively. Astrologers predict that this year's unlucky Bhadra period on Holika Dahan will extend until approximately 10:50 p.m.
Holi should be lighted after 11 pm because this timing may vary by a few minutes depending on the city. This year there is also a lunar eclipse on Holi, but it won't matter because it can't be seen in India.
On March 24, Chaturdashi will last till about 9:30 am. The full moon will then begin and stay till March 25 at 12:30 p.m. The two days of the full moon cause confusion. Due to the full moon on the evening of the 24th, Banaras professor Ramnarayan Dwivedi advises that Holika Dahan be performed after Bhadra concludes on the same date. On March 25, the full moon day, which falls at sunrise, people should fast, take a bath, and practice worship.
On March 24, Holi will be burnt nine times during major auspicious occasions.
During Holika Dahan this time, the stars will be extra special. As a result, nine really fortunate yogas will be developed. According to astrologers in Puri, Ujjain, and Banaras, there hasn't been an occurrence this fortunate in the past 700 years.
Sarvarthasiddhi, Lakshmi, Parvat, Kedar, Senior, Amala, Ubhayachari, Saral, and Shash Mahapurush Yogas are forming during the Holika Dahan. In these yogas, illnesses and troubles will go after Holi is burned. This fortunate yoga will lead to success and wealth.
Holi will bring economic progress for the country, but political turmoil.
Looking at the stars of Holika Dahan, astrologers say that this Holi is bringing economic and material progress for the country. There is a possibility of rapid work on development plans in the country. Industrial sector and startups will grow rapidly.
Big deals are also likely to happen in the automobile and electronic sectors. However, there is a possibility of controversy and opposition in many religious matters. There will be big changes related to politics. Controversies and conflicts will increase among politicians. Diseases may also increase in the country.
- Astrologer Dr. Ganesh Mishra, Puri
The nation will see economic growth thanks to Holi, but political unrest.
Astrologers predict that this Holi would bring forth material and economic advancement for the nation based on the stars of Holika Dahan. It is possible that the nation's growth plans may move forward quickly. The industrial sector and new businesses will expand quickly.
Large transactions are also probably in store for the automotive and electronics industries. However, there's a chance that many religious issues will face criticism and debate. There are going to be significant political changes. Politicians will engage in more disputes and disagreements. The nation may see a rise in diseases as well.
- Dr. Ganesh Mishra, a Puri astrologer
The year ahead will be revealed by the blaze emanating from Holika Dahan.
The course of the flame emanating from Holika Dahan determines the course of the upcoming days of the year. Astrologers' opinions are not supported by science. Professor and Chairman of the Banaras Hindu University Department of Astrology. According to Girijashankar Shastri, people use the flame or smoke from the fire to foretell the future at Holika Dahan.
