Choghadiya

Choghadiya, also known as Chogadia, is a traditional method used to determine the most auspicious time for starting new activities. Originally, it was primarily used for selecting favorable travel muhurthas, but due to its simplicity, it is now applied to various muhurthas.
There are four favorable Choghadiyas—Amrit, Shubh, Labh, and Chal—which are ideal for beginning important tasks. Conversely, three unfavorable Choghadiyas—Rog, Kaal, and Udveg—should be avoided.
The period from sunrise to sunset is known as day Choghadiya, while the time from sunset to the next sunrise is referred to as night Choghadiya.

The name Choghadiya originates from the traditional Hindu division of time. In this system, the period from sunrise to sunset is divided into 30 Ghati.
For determining Choghadiya Muhurta, this duration is further divided into eight equal parts, resulting in eight Choghadiya Muhurtas during the day and another eight during the night. Since each Choghadiya Muhurta spans approximately four Ghati, the term Choghadiya is derived from 'Cho' (four) + 'Ghadiya' (Ghati). It is also known as Chaturshtika Muhurta.

There are seven types of Choghadiya, each ruled by a specific planet and categorized as Auspicious (Shubh), Inauspicious (Ashubh) and Nutral. Chal Choghadiya by Venus (Nutral), Labh Choghadiya by Mercury (Auspicious), Amrit Choghadiya by the Moon (Auspicious), Auspicious Choghadiya by Jupiter (Auspicious),Kala Choghadiya by Saturn (Inauspicious), Udveg Choghadiya is ruled by the Sun (Inauspicious) and Rog Choghadiya by Mars (Inauspicious).
Auspicious Choghadiya includes Shubh, Amrit, Labh, Chal and Inauspicious Choghadiya includes Udweg, Kaal, and Rog.

🟢 Auspicious Choghadiya:
- Amrit (Highly Auspicious) – Brings success, prosperity, and good fortune, ideal for new ventures and religious activities.
- Shubh (Auspicious) – Best for auspicious ceremonies, travel, and business-related activities.
- Labh (Profitable) – Suitable for financial matters, investments, and trade.

⚫ Nutral Choghadiya:
- Chal (Neutral to Favorable) – Good for travel, movement, and starting new projects.

🟠 Inauspicious Choghadiya:
- Udveg (Tensions & Problems) – Brings stress and difficulties, not suitable for major decisions.
- Rog (Illness & Health Issues) – Avoid, as it may cause health problems and obstacles.
- Kaal (Loss & Struggles) – Unfavorable for any new initiatives or important work.