Mon Mar 10 02:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Holi 2024 to Coincide with First Lunar Eclipse of the Year
**New Delhi, [Date]** – This year’s Holi celebrations will be marked by a unique celestial event. Holika Dahan will take place on Thursday, March 13th, followed by Holi on Friday, March 14th. However, the festival will coincide with the first lunar eclipse of 2024.
While the eclipse, lasting 6 hours and 3 minutes, will be visible in parts of Europe, North and South America, Australia, and parts of Asia and Africa, it will not be visible in India. The eclipse will begin at 9:27 AM and end at 3:30 PM on March 14th.
Adding to the astrological significance, the period of Bhadra, considered inauspicious in Hindu tradition, will overlap with Holika Dahan. Bhadra will commence at 10:35 AM on March 13th and conclude at 11:26 PM, meaning the auspicious time for Holika Dahan will be from 11:26 PM on March 13th to 12:30 AM on March 14th.
Astrologers advise individuals born under the zodiac signs of Gemini, Scorpio, Capricorn, and Pisces to exercise caution during this period, as the combined influence of the eclipse and Bhadra is considered inauspicious. They are advised to avoid disputes, financial transactions, and to prioritize their health.
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