Rahu-Ketu Dosh Nivaran Anushthaan
This is a powerful Vedic ritual that is performed to reduce the malefic effects of Rahu and Ketu in a person’s birth chart. The ritual is believed to help eliminate bad luck, instability, and confusion from various areas of life.
What Is Rahu-Ketu Dosh Nivaran Anushthaan
This is a spiritual remedy that is done to reduce the adverse influences of the shadow planets Rahu and Ketu when they are improperly placed in a person’s birth chart. The unfavourable positions of these planets can result in Rahu Dosh, Ketu Dosh or Kal Sarp Dosh, which often leads to delays, obstacles or psychological distress in life.
Who Should Do Rahu-Ketu Dosh Nivaran Anushthaan
This anushtaan is highly recommended for people who have Rahu Dosh, Ketu Dosh or Kal Sarp Dosh in their birth chart. It is also effective for people who;
- Face sudden loss or constant failure
- Struggle with bad luck and ongoing setbacks
- Experience mental stress, confusion and addictive habits
- Have delays in career, marriage or childbirth
Performing this ritual is also believed to bring relief and restore balance in life.
Why Is Rahu-Ketu Dosh Nivaran Anushthaan Done?
The major purpose of Rahu-Ketu Dosh Nivaran Anushtaan is to neutralise the negative effects of Rahu and Ketu. The anushtaan is also believed to;
- Protect from fears, illusions, addictions, recurring bad luck and negative energy
- Help overcomes obstacles and challenges
- Bring clarity, stability, and peace of mind
When Is Rahu-Ketu Dosh Nivaran Anushthaan Done? (Auspicious Times)
Generally, Saturday is considered an auspicious day for Rahu-Ketu Dosha Nirvahana Anusthaan as the day is strongly associated with Rahu. Also, when Rahu or Ketu transit into specific planets, it is considered an auspicious time to perform the anushtaan. Certain planetary conjunctions also create favourable circumstances for performing this ritual.
Where Is Rahu-Ketu Dosh Nivaran Anushthaan Done?
This anushtaan can be done at home, under the proper guidance of an experienced and knowledgeable pandit. It can also be done in temples that are dedicated to Lord Siva, Bhairav or Navagrahas. Specific locations like Trimbakeshwar and Kalahasthi are also traditionally associated with Rahu-Ketu remedies.
How Is Rahu-Ketu Dosh Nivaran Anushthaan Done? (Observances And Rules):
The core of the anushtaan, like any other, is chanting specific mantras and slokas that are devoted to Rahu and Ketu. Along with this, specific items like coconut, betel nuts, flowers, fruits, incense sticks, camphor, and pure ghee are also presented as offerings.
Maintaining mental clarity and physical cleanliness is important. Avoid alcohol, non-vegetarian food and other tamasic activities. Stay focused and observe silence or mantra chanting during the puja.
