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Chandra Grahan 2026: According to the Panchang, the full moon date of Magh month is falling on Sunday 1 February 2026. This day is considered very auspicious for bathing, charity, fasting and worship. The holy bath of Magh Mela will also be taken on Magh Purnima, which further increases the importance of this day.
There is such a dilemma in the minds of people regarding the day of Magh Purnima that a lunar eclipse is taking place on this day. Actually, due to Purnima Tithi, a situation of confusion has arisen. However, according to the almanac and astronomers, no lunar eclipse is taking place on Magh Purnima. Therefore, let us make it clear to you in advance that no eclipse is taking place on Magh Purnima on 1 February 2026. Therefore, devotees do not need to worry in any way.
According to astrologer Anish Vyas, according to the planetary positions and Panchang calculations, No eclipse yoga is being formed on the full moon date of Magh month.. Therefore, on this day there will be neither Sutak period nor any restriction on worship, bathing, charity or fasting. Therefore, devotees can rest assured that they can take bath in the holy river, perform charity, Satyanarayan Katha, fast and other religious rituals.
Why the illusion of lunar eclipse
Actually, these days the news of eclipse is in the headlines. Because of which many times even old news gets scrolled on the internet. Apart from this, many people also get confused due to incomplete information. Do not get confused and perform religious activities related to Purnima with full rituals. It is true that lunar eclipse occurs only on full moon day, but it does not happen on every full moon day.
When is Lunar Eclipse 2026 (Lunar Eclipse 2026 Date)
The first lunar eclipse of the year 2026 will take place on March 3. There will be Phalgun Purnima on this day. The lunar eclipse will begin at 3.20 pm and end at 06.47 pm. Although only Moksha of eclipse will be visible in India, still Sutak will be valid.
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