Kharmas 2025 start and end date: Why this period is considered inauspicious and what must be avoided

Kharmas 2025 start and end date: Why this period is considered inauspicious and what must be avoided (image: canva)

Kharmas 2025 will begin on December 16, 2025, marking a phase in Hindu astrology when auspicious activities are traditionally put on hold. According to astrological beliefs, Kharmas starts when Surya Dev (the Sun) enters the Sagittarius zodiac sign, a transition believed to reduce the Sun’s active influence. This is why major ceremonies and new beginnings are avoided during this period.

Kharmas is also known as Malmas, occurs twice a year when the Sun transits Sagittarius or Pisces, both ruled by Guru (Jupiter or Brihaspati). Scriptures and astrological traditions suggest that during this time, the Sun rests under Jupiter’s influence, leading to a pause in auspicious worldly activities. Instead, the period is considered ideal for spiritual practices, charity and self-discipline.

As per astrological calculations, Surya Dev will enter Sagittarius on December 16, 2025, at 4:26 AM, initiating Kharmas. The Sun will remain in this sign until January 14, 2026, when it moves into Capricorn. With this transition, Kharmas will conclude on Makar Sankranti, restoring the muhurat for auspicious works.

During Kharmas 2025, it is advised to avoid all major auspicious ceremonies and material beginnings. These include:

• Weddings, engagements and vidai rituals
• Naamkaran, mundan and sacred thread ceremonies
• Griha Pravesh and housewarming rituals
• Starting a new business or partnership
• Purchasing property, vehicles or making major investments

Astrological belief holds that initiating such activities during Kharmas may lead to delays, obstacles, or unfavourable outcomes.

While material activities are restricted, Kharmas is considered highly beneficial for spiritual growth and remedies.

• Offer Arghya to Surya Dev daily using water, vermilion, red flowers and rice in a copper vessel
• Engage in mantra chanting, meditation, penance and charity
• Bathe in the Ganga or any sacred river, if possible
• Serve and respect cows, Brahmins and the needy
• Visit a holy pilgrimage site at least once during this period

These practices are believed to reduce planetary doshas and invite divine blessings, especially from Lord Surya and Brihaspati.

Though termed inauspicious for celebrations, Kharmas is spiritually powerful. Astrologers believe sincere devotion, charity and discipline during this period bring long-term peace, stability, and positive transformation.

As Kharmas 2025 approaches, devotees are encouraged to slow down worldly pursuits and focus inward, using this sacred pause to strengthen faith and spiritual balance.

Kharmas is an inauspicious period that begins when the Sun enters Sagittarius or Pisces. During this time, auspicious activities are avoided and spiritual practices are encouraged.

Kharmas 2025 will start on December 16, 2025, and end on January 14, 2026, concluding with the festival of Makar Sankranti.

Astrological belief suggests the Sun’s active energy is reduced during Kharmas, making it unsuitable for starting important life events like marriage.

Yes, Kharmas is also commonly referred to as Malmas. Both terms are used for this period when auspicious ceremonies are postponed.

No, griha pravesh or housewarming ceremonies are traditionally avoided during Kharmas due to unfavourable planetary conditions.

Charity, mantra chanting, fasting, penance and worship of Surya Dev and Brihaspati are considered highly beneficial during this time.

Buying property, vehicles, or making major investments is generally discouraged as it is believed to bring delays or obstacles.

Sagittarius and Pisces are ruled by Jupiter. Worshipping Brihaspati during Kharmas is believed to strengthen wisdom, fortune and spiritual growth.

Yes, pilgrimage and spiritual travel are considered auspicious and are recommended during Kharmas.

After Kharmas ends on Makar Sankranti, auspicious activities, weddings and new beginnings can resume as favourable muhurats return.

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