Vishakha · विशाखा
Vishakha is the 16th of the 27 nakshatras. It spans 20° Tula (Libra) – 3°20′ Vrishchika (Scorpio) of the sidereal zodiac, and its name means “branching out”.
| Ruling planet | Guru (Jupiter) |
|---|---|
| Deity | Indra and Agni |
| Symbol | a triumphal arch or potter’s wheel |
| Span (sidereal) | 20° Tula (Libra) – 3°20′ Vrishchika (Scorpio) |
Ruling planets follow the Vimshottari scheme. Deities and symbols are traditional and vary in some texts.
Next dates (New Delhi, at sunrise)
- Tuesday, 10 November 2026
- Monday, 7 December 2026
- Sunday, 3 January 2027
- Saturday, 30 January 2027
These are the days on which the Moon is in this nakshatra at sunrise.
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Sources: Nakshatra, Wikipedia