Start these 5 surefire remedies in Holashtak, every negative power will go away from home and blessings of Goddess Lakshmi will shower:

News India Live, Digital Desk: In Hindu religion, the time exactly 8 days before Holi is called ‘Holashtak’. Holashtak in the year 2026 23 February starting from March 2 (Holika Dahan) will last till then. According to astrology, during these eight days the planets are in a fierce nature, hence no auspicious work (wedding, mundan, house warming) is done. But, this time is considered best for sadhana and measures to eliminate negativity and awaken sleeping luck.

5 effective ways to remove negativity

If there is trouble in your house, work is getting worse or you feel heaviness, then definitely do these measures during Holashtak:

Spraying of Ganga water and camphor: From the first day of Holashtak, sprinkle Ganga water in the entire house every morning after bathing. Burn yellow mustard and camphor in the evening and show its smoke throughout the house. This destroys the negative energy of the house.

Text of Hanuman Chalisa: To avoid inauspicious effects of planets during these 8 days, recite ‘Hanuman Chalisa’ or ‘Bajrang Baan’ daily. By worshiping Lord Hanuman, negative powers do not wander around the house.

To overcome financial crisis: Apply Gulal on the main entrance of the house on any day during Holashtak. ‘Om’ Or ‘Swastika’ Make a sign. Along with this, offer rose flowers to Goddess Lakshmi. It is believed that this opens the way for money to come.

Worship of Ashoka leaves: As soon as Holashtak begins, place a garland of Ashoka leaves at the main door of your house. This is an ancient and effective way to prevent evil forces from entering the house.

Importance of donation: During Holashtak, donate jaggery, grains, sesame seeds and clothes to the needy as per your capacity. Donation made during these days is considered to remove troubles.

What not to do in Holashtak?

Auspicious work prohibited: Marriage, engagement, starting a new business or buying a vehicle should be postponed during these 8 days.

Building Construction: Construction work like Bhoomi Pujan or house warming is also considered prohibited during this period.

Scientific and astrological basis

According to astrological calculations, in Holashtak, Moon remains on Ashtami, Sun on Navami, Saturn on Dashami, Venus on Ekadashi, Jupiter on Dwadashi, Mercury on Trayodashi, Mars on Chaturdashi and Rahu on Purnima. This is why the mind may remain distracted during this time, hence measures of devotion and peace are fruitful.