Surya Grahan 2026: The first solar eclipse of the year 2026 is going to happen in February. On the day this eclipse occurs, there will also be Panchak on that day. This is a rare coincidence that occurs once in several decades. Know the complete details of the solar eclipse including date and time.
Surya Grahan February 2026 Date-Time: The question in everyone’s mind is that when will the first solar eclipse of the year occur, will it be visible in India, how long will its Sutak period last? But the most interesting thing is that on the day of solar eclipse in February, Panchak will also be there. Solar eclipse in Panchak is a rare coincidence which occurs once in several decades. Know further when is the first solar eclipse of the year 2026, information about its time, Sutak period etc…
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When is the first solar eclipse of the year 2026?
The first solar eclipse of the year 2026 will take place on Tuesday, February 17. According to the Panchang, this day will be Amavasya of Phalgun month. Due to Amavasya on Tuesday, it will be called Bhaumvati Amavasya. The special significance of this Amavasya has been mentioned in religious texts. According to Indian time, this solar eclipse will start from 03:27 in the night and will last till 07:58 in the morning.
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This solar eclipse will happen in Agni Panchak
Panchak will start at 9:20 am on Tuesday, February 17, and will continue till 8:12 pm on Saturday, February 21. Since Panchak will start from Tuesday, it will be called Agni Panchak. Solar eclipse in Agni Panchak can cause a major accident.
Will this solar eclipse be visible in India?
The solar eclipse occurring on February 17 will not be visible anywhere in India. Therefore its Sutak etc. will not be valid here. This solar eclipse will be visible in some areas of Southern Argentina, Chile, Antarctica, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Lesotho, Madagascar, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Its sutak will be valid only in the countries where this eclipse will be visible. Sutak will start 12 hours before the start of the solar eclipse and will end with the eclipse itself.
In which zodiac sign will this solar eclipse occur?
According to astrologers, this solar eclipse will take place in Aquarius, hence people of this zodiac sign need to be special careful. There are chances of some incident or accident happening to them. During this eclipse the Sun will appear like a glowing ring, hence it will also be called the Ring of Fire. In common language this kankanakrati will be called solar eclipse.
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