Holashtak 2025: Why no auspicious work is performed

In the Holashtak Period, all planets emit negative energy, so important tasks are avoided
The Holashtak period is considered highly inauspicious, and during this time, no auspicious work is undertaken. This year, Holashtak will begin on March 7 and will end on March 13, coinciding with Holika Dahan.
According to Celebrity Astrologer Parduman Suri, there is an astrological logic behind avoiding auspicious activities during Holashtak. During these eight days, the seven planets (and Rahu) are believed to be in an aggressive state, which increases the flow of negative energy in the atmosphere. Any work undertaken without wisdom during this time is unlikely to be successful, making it an unfavorable period for new beginnings.
Each day of Holashtak is associated with a specific planet in an aggressive state:
Since planetary aggression can cause instability, astrology suggests that any auspicious work done during this period may lead to obstacles, failures, or negative consequences. Holashtak always begins eight days before Holi and lasts until Holika Dahan.
According to Hindu mythology, the origin of Holashtak is linked to the story of Kamadeva and Lord Shiva. At the request of Goddess Parvati, Kamadeva attempted to break Lord Shiva’s deep meditation. This disturbance enraged Shiva, leading him to open his third eye, burning Kamadeva to ashes.
It is believed that this event took place on the first day of Holashtak. As a result, the planets remain in an aggressive state during this period, and auspicious work is avoided due to their negative influence.
According to Celebrity Astrologer Parduman Suri, Holashtak begins on the 8th day (Ashtami) of the Shukla Paksha in the Hindu month of Phalguna and ends exactly eight days later on the full moon (Purnima), which is the day of Holi.
Both mythological and astrological traditions consider this period inauspicious. Therefore, people avoid performing auspicious activities such as:
✔ Weddings
✔ Mundan (hair-shaving ceremonies)
✔ House construction or Griha Pravesh (housewarming ceremonies)
✔ Buying land, property, or vehicles
Since Holashtak is associated with instability and aggressive planetary influences, it is advised to wait until after Holi to resume any new ventures or celebrations.