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When is Surya Grahan 2026: According to astrology, this solar eclipse occurring on 17 February 2026 is a great opportunity for you to increase your spiritual energy. This change taking place in Aquarius is considered very special, because this zodiac sign is a symbol of new thinking and a golden future. If seen, the occurrence of this eclipse on the day of Amavasya is a sign that the time has come for you to leave behind the old burdens and negative thoughts of your mind.

Do not consider this as just a movement between the planets, rather it is a time to understand yourself deeply. When the light of the Sun stops for a while, it teaches us how to be patient in difficult times. This time is bringing a big opportunity for all of us to change our thinking and get peace of mind.

Exact timing of eclipse (in India)

This first solar eclipse of the year 2026 will start in the afternoon. If we talk about Indian Standard Time, then this time will be something like this.

• Start of eclipse: It will start at around 03:26 pm.
• Middle phase: The deepest impact of the eclipse will be around 05:42 pm.
• End of eclipse: Suryadev will be completely free from the effects of eclipse at 07:57 pm.

Will Sutak period be valid in India?

According to the scriptures, the Sutak period starts about 12 hours before the solar eclipse. This is the time when the energy in the atmosphere is very soft, hence the doors of temples are often closed. Now the question in your mind will be whether it has to be followed in India also? So let us tell you that because this eclipse will not be visible in India, hence the strict rules of Sutak period will not apply here. Your daily routine and temple worship will continue as normal. However, from astrological point of view, the planets have a subtle impact, hence chanting the mantra individually will be beneficial.

What to do and what not to do during eclipse?

Even if Sutak period is not valid, it is auspicious to keep some simple things in mind to take advantage of the energy of the eclipse.

• Power of Mantras: During this period, mentally reciting Gayatri Mantra or Mahamrityunjaya Mantra increases your mental clarity.
• Silence and meditation: Spending some time in meditation away from noise helps in accumulating internal energy.
• Importance of donation: After the eclipse is over, donating grains or sesame seeds as per your capacity brings positivity.
• Exercise patience: Try to stay away from any kind of dispute or anger during this period.

Read this also- How many hours before the eclipse does the Sutak period begin? Know why food is not cooked during this period

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