According to astrology, when an inauspicious constellation is formed then ‘Panchak’ is formed. Generally this is considered a time that gives inauspicious results. Let us know when and how Panchak is celebrated. Also know the types of Panchak.

When the Moon transits over Ghanishtha, Shatabhisha, Purva Bhadrapada, Uttara Bhadrapada and Revati Nakshatra, it is called Panchak Kaal. Panchak is also observed when Moon transits in Aquarius and Pisces.

Talking about the types of Panchak, there are many types of them like – Rog Panchak, Mrityu Panchak, Agni Panchak, Raj Panchak and Chor Panchak. When Panchak starts from Friday then it is called ‘Chor Panchak’.

Panchak is being observed from Friday, 31st October. Therefore it will be called Chor Panchak. Chor Panchak will run from 31 October to 4 November 2025. Therefore, avoid doing some work during this period.

One should avoid money transactions during the five days of Chor Panchak. It is believed that financial transactions done during this period cause financial loss. Also avoid traveling towards the south.

During the time of Chor Panchak, one should not do things like starting a new business, making big investments, business deals etc. It is believed that work done at this time rarely brings auspicious results.

It is considered inauspicious to do things like marriage, engagement, upanayana, purchase of new clothes or jewellery, investment etc. during Chor Panchak.

Why auspicious work is not done in Panchak: According to astrology, Panchak period is considered inauspicious and harmful. This is the period when the Moon passes through Aquarius and Pisces. During this period, the influence of many zodiac signs and constellations gives inauspicious results. It is advised to avoid auspicious activities during Panchak so that there is no negative impact in life.

When and how Panchak is formed: When the Moon passes through Dhanishtha, Shatabhisha, Purvabhadrapada, Uttarabhadrapada and Revati constellations, then Panchak Kaal is formed. Because of these five constellations it is called “Panchak”. This time lasts for about five days and is considered inauspicious. During this period, building a house, traveling or collecting things is prohibited.

Five types of Panchak: Panchak is divided into five parts, Rog Panchak, Nrip Panchak, Chor Panchak, Mrityu Panchak and Agni Panchak. Disease Panchak starting from Sunday is harmful for health. Monday’s Nrip Panchak is auspicious for government work, while inauspicious for personal work. Friday’s Thief Panchak can cause financial loss. Saturday’s Mrityu Panchak brings crisis in life, and Tuesday’s Agni Panchak is considered unfavorable for works like house construction.

Which constellations cause harm in Panchak: There is fear of fire in Dhanishtha Nakshatra, whereas in Shatabhisha the possibility of quarrel increases. Health may deteriorate in Purvabhadrapada, Uttarabhadrapada may cause financial loss, and there are chances of financial loss in Revati Nakshatra. During these constellations, one should avoid travelling, moving towards the south or making a new bed.

Death and precautions during Panchak: If a person dies during Panchak, then five effigies of flour or kush are made along with him and he is also cremated. If you do not do this, there is a possibility of Panchak Dosha. According to astrology, this defect can cause death or distress for five other members in the family.

Auspicious work to be done in Panchak: Panchak is often considered inauspicious, but some constellations are favorable for auspicious works. Sarvarthasiddhi Yoga is formed in Uttarabhadrapad Nakshatra. In Dhanishtha and Shatabhisha Nakshatras, travel or machinery work is auspicious, while in Revati Nakshatra, business, buying clothes or jewelery is beneficial.

Today is the festival of Sharad Purnima on 6 October. It is also known by names like Kojagiri Purnima, Ras Purnima, Kamla Vrat and Kaumudi Vrat etc. In Hinduism, this full moon is considered to be the best in all full moon in this full moon.

Mother Lakshmi and Moon are worshiped on the Sharad Purnima of Ashwin month. Also, on this day people make kheer and keep it under the light of the moon at night. It is believed that this causes nectar elements in Kheer and Kheer becomes like nectar.

Today many rare yogas have been created on Sharad Purnima. But at the same time, the inauspicious shadow of Panchak and Bhadra is also hovering. In such a situation, know when to worship today and what time should you keep kheer.

On Sharad Purnima, Bhadra will be held from 12:23 pm today and will remain till 10:53 pm. Bhadra’s influence will be on Earth. Therefore, during this time, avoid worshiping or keeping kheer. At the same time, the effect of Panchak will be throughout the day.

According to astrology, the auspicious time to keep kheer will start from 10:37 pm and will remain till 12:09 pm. In this time, the effect of Bhadra will not be there and you can keep kheer in the light of the moon.

Talk about Panchak, the effect of Panchak lasts for five days, which will be from October 3 to October 8, 2025. You can worship in these five days. There is no prohibition in this. But avoid doing any auspicious work during the period of Panchak.

Death will be Panchak on the day of lunar eclipse, as well as Saturn will also be in retrograde. In such a situation, this situation is considered very dangerous for the people of Capricorn, Aquarius, Leo, Libra.

Death Panchak will start at 11:12 am on Saturday, September 6, 2025 and it will conclude on 10 September 2025 at 4.3 pm.

There is a lunar eclipse in Aquarius itself, and it is also the zodiac sign of Saturn, on which the half -century is going on. In such a situation, you are likely to harm business, drive the car very carefully, a big accident can happen.

The people of Leo zodiac should avoid taking any major decision on this day. Do not take a big decision on at least career. Do not invest money. Today, there is a possibility of quarreling with someone. There should be provisions.

This lunar eclipse and death panchak can be dangerous for Libra zodiac. You should keep pace with family, do not get unnecessarily entangled with anyone. Someone can mentally disturb you. Do not careless in the job, you can have a job washing your hands.