Choghadiya Today — Mel Palaiyam, Tamil Nādu
Friday, April 17, 2026 · Day & Night Choghadiya · Sunrise 6:09 AM IST
☀️ Day Choghadiya — Sunrise to Sunset
Char
6:09 AM–7:41 AM
Labh
7:41 AM–9:13 AM
Amrit
9:13 AM–10:46 AM
Kaal
10:46 AM–12:18 PM
Shubh
12:18 PM–1:50 PM
Rog
1:50 PM–3:23 PM
Udveg
3:23 PM–4:55 PM
Char
4:55 PM–6:28 PM
🌙 Night Choghadiya — Sunset to Next Sunrise
Rog
6:28 PM–7:55 PM
Kaal
7:55 PM–9:23 PM
Labh
9:23 PM–10:50 PM
Udveg
10:50 PM–12:18 AM
Shubh
12:18 AM–1:46 AM
Amrit
1:46 AM–3:13 AM
Char
3:13 AM–4:41 AM
Rog
4:41 AM–6:09 AM
This Week in Mel Palaiyam
| Day | Best Day | Best Night |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Apr 17(today) | Amrit 9:13 AM | Amrit 1:46 AM |
| Sat, Apr 18 | Amrit 3:23 PM | Amrit 10:50 PM |
| Sun, Apr 19 | Amrit 10:45 AM | Amrit 7:55 PM |
| Mon, Apr 20 | Amrit 6:08 AM | Amrit 3:13 AM |
| Tue, Apr 21 | Amrit 12:17 PM | Amrit 12:17 AM |
| Wed, Apr 22 | Amrit 7:39 AM | Amrit 9:23 PM |
| Thu, Apr 23 | Amrit 1:50 PM | Amrit 6:29 PM |
| Fri, Apr 24 | Amrit 9:11 AM | Amrit 1:44 AM |
About Choghadiya in Mel Palaiyam
Choghadiya divides the day into 8 equal periods from sunrise to sunset, and the night into 8 equal periods from sunset to the next sunrise. Each period is named Amrit, Shubh, Labh, Char, Udveg, Kaal, or Rog — indicating its quality for activities. In Mel Palaiyam, today's sunrise is 6:09 AM IST, and sunset is 6:28 PM IST.
Amrit (best) and Shubh / Labh (good) are ideal for ceremonies, travel, purchases, and new ventures. Udveg, Kaal, Rog are generally avoided for important activities.
Choghadiya — Upcoming 14 Days
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is today's best Choghadiya in Mel Palaiyam?
- Today's best daytime Choghadiya in Mel Palaiyam is Labh from 7:41 AM to 9:13 AM IST.
- How many Choghadiya periods are in a day?
- There are 8 daytime Choghadiyas (sunrise to sunset) and 8 nighttime Choghadiyas (sunset to next sunrise), making 16 total per day. Each is equal in duration.
- Is Choghadiya the same every week?
- The sequence changes daily but follows a weekly cycle. The starting name for each day is fixed (e.g., Sunday always starts with Udveg), but the exact times change as sunrise and sunset shift throughout the year.
- Can I use Choghadiya for muhurat?
- Yes. Amrit and Shubh Choghadiyas are considered excellent for all auspicious activities including muhurat selection, starting businesses, marriage ceremonies, and vehicle purchases.