Surya Gochar 2026: Transit of Sun in Ardra Nakshatra today, why is kheer and dal puri made in homes during this time?

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Ardra Nakshatra 2026: In astrology, Sun is considered the king of the planets. The entry of the Sun from one constellation to another is considered important not only from the point of view of astrology, but also from the point of view of weather and agriculture. Today i.e. on the night of 22nd June, Sun God is going to enter Ardra Nakshatra. It is believed that with the entry of the Sun into this constellation, signs of change in weather begin to appear and monsoon activities also begin to intensify. This is the reason why the time of Ardra Nakshatra holds a special place in religious and agricultural traditions. From the perspective of astrology, we know why this day is considered special.

How long will the Sun remain in Ardra Nakshatra?

According to the calendar, Sun god It will enter Ardra Nakshatra at 8:27 pm on June 22, 2026. After this, it will remain in this constellation till 9:48 pm on July 6, 2026. During this period, many auspicious yogas are also coinciding, due to which the importance of this period increases further. According to astrological calculations, at the time of Sun’s entry into Ardra Nakshatra, a special combination of Hasta Nakshatra, Variyaan Yoga, Sukriti Yoga and Yatri Jayad Yoga is being formed. Which is considered auspicious from religious point of view.

Why is the first phase of Ardra Nakshatra considered special?

The first phase of Ardra Nakshatra is given special importance. The period from June 22 to June 25 is viewed differently in many traditions. It is believed that at this time the earth is in a state of menstruation. For this reason, since ancient times, there has been a tradition of avoiding plowing the fields or starting new agricultural work during this period. Even today in rural areas, farmers give rest to the land at this time. Also, to wish for good rain and bountiful harvest, they perform Bhoomi Pujan and worship Gods and Goddesses.

Ardra Nakshatra is also associated with monsoon

In Indian agricultural tradition, Ardra Nakshatra is associated with monsoon. It is believed that after the Sun enters Ardra Nakshatra, rainfall activities start increasing. This is why farmers pay special attention to the weather direction and signs of rain at this time. Although the actual weather conditions depend on many scientific factors, in folk traditions Ardra Nakshatra is considered an important sign of the arrival of monsoon.

Why is there a tradition of making kheer and dal puri?

Some special traditions related to food and drink are also seen during Ardra Nakshatra. Many families have a tradition of making kheer and lentil puri at this time. According to religious beliefs, this food is considered auspicious and after offering it to the Gods and Goddesses, it is distributed among the family members as Prasad. Even today people follow this tradition in rural areas. It is believed that by doing this, happiness and prosperity remains in the house and the times to come remain auspicious.

Importance of Ardra Nakshatra in Astrology

In astrology, Ardra Nakshatra is considered to be a very powerful and effective constellation. This is the sixth constellation out of the 27 constellations in the sky. The lord of this constellation is Rahu Dev and its deity is considered to be Rudra, the fierce form of Lord Shiva. According to religious beliefs, this time of Ardra Nakshatra is considered auspicious for worship, chanting and charity. Many devotees do special worship of Lord Surya, Lord Shiva and other deities during this period. It is believed that worship done with devotion brings positivity and mental peace in a person’s life.

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Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.

Varun Chauhan

Varun Chauhan

More than a decade of experience in electronic and digital media. After doing a journalism course from Asian Academy of Film and Television (AAFT) Noida in 2008, I started my journey in media with the idea of ​​doing something different and new. Since the beginning, I have been interested in making those topics related to Indian culture and religious traditions available to the common people. During his career, he got the opportunity to work in prestigious media organizations like Channel One News, Sahara Samay, A2Z News, News Express, National Voice and Punjab Kesari Digital. While working in these institutions, I got the experience of learning news writing, field reporting, and digital content. At present, in the country’s largest news network TV9 Bharatvarsha, I am fulfilling the responsibility of delivering news related to religion and faith, religious events, astrology, vastu, mythology, temple traditions and fasts and festivals to the readers in simple, easy and factual language. Coverage of Maha Kumbh 2025 is one of the important experiences of my career, where I got the opportunity to write in detail on the faith of crores of devotees, the traditions of Akharas, the activities of Sant Samaj and the religious and cultural aspects related to Kumbh. Apart from this, he has also continuously written on Chardham Yatra, Sawan, Navratri, Diwali, Holi, Chhath Puja, Amarnath Yatra, Ramzan and other major religious events. I have special interest in the study of Indian culture, religious philosophy, astrology, numerology, Vastu Shastra, Puranas and folk beliefs. My endeavor is always to convey religious and spiritual topics to the readers through simple language, so that they can better understand their traditions and cultural heritage.

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