Dhanishta · धनिष्ठा
Dhanishta is the 23rd of the 27 nakshatras. It spans 23°20′ Makara (Capricorn) – 6°40′ Kumbha (Aquarius) of the sidereal zodiac, and its name means “the wealthiest”.
| Ruling planet | Mangala (Mars) |
|---|---|
| Deity | the eight Vasus |
| Symbol | a drum or flute |
| Span (sidereal) | 23°20′ Makara (Capricorn) – 6°40′ Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Ruling planets follow the Vimshottari scheme. Deities and symbols are traditional and vary in some texts.
Next dates (New Delhi, at sunrise)
- Wednesday, 21 October 2026
- Tuesday, 17 November 2026
- Tuesday, 15 December 2026
- Monday, 11 January 2027
These are the days on which the Moon is in this nakshatra at sunrise.
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Sources: Nakshatra, Wikipedia