Vishti (Bhadra) Karana विष्टि (भद्रा)
Vishti, better known as Bhadra, is the seventh movable karana - and the most inauspicious of all. Bhadra is personified as a fierce daughter of the Sun.
- Type
- Movable (Chara)
- Nature
- Inauspicious
- Order
- Karana 7 of 11
Significance
Bhadra is shunned for nearly every auspicious act; work begun during it is held to meet obstruction or ruin, so its timing is watched with great care.
Favorable activities
Best avoided for auspicious beginnings, travel and ceremonies; only harsh or unavoidable tasks are attempted beneath it.
Frequently asked questions
What is Vishti (Bhadra) Karana?
Vishti, better known as Bhadra, is the seventh movable karana - and the most inauspicious of all. Bhadra is personified as a fierce daughter of the Sun.
Is Vishti (Bhadra) karana auspicious or inauspicious?
Vishti (Bhadra) is a movable (chara) karana and is inauspicious. Bhadra is shunned for nearly every auspicious act; work begun during it is held to meet obstruction or ruin, so its timing is watched with great care.
What activities are favorable during Vishti (Bhadra)?
Best avoided for auspicious beginnings, travel and ceremonies; only harsh or unavoidable tasks are attempted beneath it.
What is the significance of Vishti (Bhadra) karana?
Bhadra is shunned for nearly every auspicious act; work begun during it is held to meet obstruction or ruin, so its timing is watched with great care.
When is the next Vishti (Bhadra) karana in Mumbai, MH?
The next Vishti (Bhadra) karana in Mumbai, MH is on 29 July 2026.
Last updated 29 July 2026