Choghadiya (चौघड़िया) is a Vedic time system dividing day and night into 8 periods each. Each ~90-minute slot is rated auspicious (Amrit, Shubh, Labh), neutral (Char), or inauspicious (Rog, Kaal, Udveg). It helps determine the best time to start important activities.

⏰ Choghadiya Today — Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh

Q: Which Choghadiya is best for business?

Labh (लाभ) Choghadiya is best for business and financial transactions as it means "profit." Amrit and Shubh are also excellent. Avoid starting business during Rog, Kaal, or Udveg periods.

26 April 2026 • Lat: 24.07°, Lng: 75.07°

Choghadiya data for Mandsaur is being computed. Please check the full Panchang page for live data.

📖 Choghadiya Types & Meaning

🟢 Amrit (अमृत)

Ruled by Moon • Best period — auspicious for all activities. Meaning: Nectar.

🟢 Shubh (शुभ)

Ruled by Jupiter • Highly auspicious — excellent for religious ceremonies, education, wisdom.

🟢 Labh (लाभ)

Ruled by Mercury • Profitable — favorable for business, financial transactions, new projects.

🟡 Char (चल)

Ruled by Venus • Neutral — specifically good for travel and journey. Average for other tasks.

🔴 Rog (रोग)

Ruled by Mars • Inauspicious — avoid new ventures, medical procedures. Meaning: Disease.

🔴 Kaal (काल)

Ruled by Saturn • Most inauspicious — avoid all positive activities. Meaning: Death/Time.

🟠 Udveg (उद्वेग)

Ruled by Sun • Inauspicious — causes anxiety. OK for government work and authority meetings.

🏙️ Choghadiya for Other Cities

Choghadiya varies by city due to different sunrise/sunset times. Select your city:

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About Choghadiya in Mandsaur

The Choghadiya for Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh is calculated based on the local sunrise time at latitude 24.073° and longitude 75.070°. Since Choghadiya depends on sunrise and sunset, the timings differ from other cities — even nearby ones.

The word "Choghadiya" comes from "Chaar Ghadiya" (चार घड़िया) meaning four ghatikas. Each ghatika is approximately 24 minutes, making each Choghadiya slot roughly 96 minutes (1.5 hours). In summer, when days are longer, daytime slots in Mandsaur are longer than nighttime slots, and vice versa in winter.

Best times for important work in Mandsaur today: Look for Amrit (अमृत), Shubh (शुभ), or Labh (लाभ) slots in the table above. For travel, Char (चल) is also suitable.

For complete Panchang including Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Rahu Kaal, and planet positions, visit the full Panchang for Mandsaur.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is today's Choghadiya in Mandsaur?

Today's Choghadiya in Mandsaur divides the day and night into 8 slots each. Auspicious periods (Amrit, Shubh, Labh) are best for starting new work, while inauspicious periods (Rog, Kaal, Udveg) should be avoided. Check the table above for exact timings.

Which Choghadiya is best for business?

Labh (लाभ) Choghadiya ruled by Mercury is best for business and financial transactions as it means "profit." Amrit and Shubh are also excellent choices.

Does Choghadiya change every day?

Yes. Choghadiya timings change daily because they are calculated based on sunrise and sunset, which vary by location and season. The weekday also determines the starting Choghadiya.

What is the difference between Choghadiya and Muhurat?

Choghadiya is a quick-reference system for auspicious timing, while Muhurat considers multiple factors including Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, and planetary positions for more precise auspicious timing.

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