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Chandra Grahan 2026 and Holika Dahan Clash: When should you celebrate Choti Holi, March 2 or 3? Exact date, timings, do's and don'ts

Lunar Eclipse 2026 and Choti Holi Clash: 2026 Holi celebrations face a rare celestial alignment as a total lunar eclipse (Chandra Grahan) coincides with the traditional date of Holika Dahan on March 3, 2026. This coincidence has sparked a debate among devotees regarding the appropriate timing for fire rituals, as the Sutak Kaala period where religious activities are traditionally avoidedoverlaps with much of the day.