Guru Pushya Nakshatra 2024: Pushya Nakshatra is considered nurturing and energising. According to scriptures, this is highly auspicious for Mars-related activities, investments, commercial transactions, buying gold and silver, and acquiring wealth. The first Pushya Nakshatra of the year 2024 is particularly special as it falls on a Thursday as the conjunction of Guru Pushya Yoga is forming.


In scriptures, 'Guru' is considered the significator of position, success, and wealth. It is believed that tasks performed under the influence of Guru Pushya Nakshatra are always successful. Let's find out the date and auspicious timings for Guru Pushya Nakshatra in January 2024.


ALSO READ: Makar Sankranti 2024: What Is Tuladaan? Know Its Importance


Guru Pushya Nakshatra 2024: Date


This year, Guru Pushya Nakshatra falls on January 25. This Nakshatra is considered prosperous for initiating new businesses and Mars-related activities such as housewarming ceremonies and Mundan (head-shaving ceremony).


Guru Pushya Yoga 2024: Timings


According to the Panchang, Guru Pushya Yoga will commence on January 25, 2024, at 8:16 AM and conclude on January 26, 2024, at 10:28 AM. This provides a window of over 24 hours for favourable activities such as shopping and other auspicious tasks.


Significance Of Pushya Nakshatra:


The Panini Samhita states, 'Pushya Siddhau Nakshatre Siddhyanti Asmin Sarvani Karyani Siddhyah.' It means that all tasks initiated during Pushya Nakshatra lead to success and fulfillment.


Why Is Guru Pushya Nakshatra Special:


Guru, the ruling planet on Pushya Nakshatra, is associated with prosperity, and it governs the purchase of land, gemstones, gold, and silver. Guru Pushya Yoga is considered highly auspicious, and if buying is not feasible on this day, reciting the Shree Sukta is believed to please Goddess Lakshmi, ensuring continued financial abundance. In addition, purchasing new property or booking a flat on Guru Pushya Yoga is considered beneficial.


Auspicious Activities That Can Be Performed:


The enduring affluence and prosperity entering your household in this nakshatra will be long-lasting.



  • It's a favourable period for engaging in studies and gaining knowledge.

  • Spiritual pursuits can also be undertaken on this auspicious day.

  • It's a propitious time for practicing mantras, using yantras, engaging in worship, chanting, and conducting ceremonies.

  • Consider worshiping Goddess Lakshmi and acquiring a Shree Yantra for a thriving life.

  • Any religious or financial endeavors during this timeframe will contribute to your overall growth.


ALSO READ: Makar Sankranti 2024: The Tale As Per Religious Books