The festival of Holi brings with it colors, excitement, and abundant joy. However, exactly eight days before the festival, "Holashtak" begins. According to religious beliefs, these eight days are considered inauspicious because the nine planets are in a fierce state during this period. This is why auspicious events like marriage, tonsure, engagement, starting a new business, and housewarming are strictly prohibited during Holashtak.

However, in the Sanatan tradition, not only Holashtak (Holashtak 2026) but also several other periods are considered auspicious periods during which auspicious events are prohibited due to planetary positions and religious beliefs. Let's learn about them -

Kharmas
When the Sun enters the zodiac sign of Jupiter, Sagittarius, or Pisces, that one-month period is called Kharmas or Malmas. Karma occurs twice a year. It is believed that during this period, the Sun's speed slows down and Jupiter's influence diminishes, so auspicious events like marriage, tonsure, and house warming are postponed.

Chaturmas
The four months from Devshayani Ekadashi of the Shukla Paksha (waxing moon) of the month of Ashadha to Devuthani Ekadashi of the Shukla Paksha of the month of Kartik are called Chaturmas. According to religious beliefs, during these four months, Lord Vishnu remains in yogic sleep in the Kshir Sagar. Due to the Lord of the Universe being in yogic sleep, no auspicious ceremonies like marriage, tonsure, or engagement are performed during this period.

Pitru Paksha
The 15 days from Bhadrapada Purnima to Ashwin Amavasya are called Pitru Paksha. This period is completely dedicated to the ancestors. During this period, people perform tarpan, shraddha, and pind daan for their ancestors. Therefore, purchasing new items, entering a new house, or performing auspicious ceremonies during Pitru Paksha is considered inauspicious.

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