What is today's Choghadiya in Shimla?

Today's best daytime Choghadiya in Shimla is Labh from 7:29 AM to 9:06 AM IST. Choghadiya has 8 day periods and 8 night periods, each approximately 1h 37m.

What is Amrit Choghadiya?

Amrit Choghadiya is the most auspicious Choghadiya period, considered best for all important activities including starting new ventures, ceremonies, travel, and financial decisions.

Which Choghadiya is good for travel?

Amrit, Shubh, and Labh Choghadiyas are considered auspicious for travel. Char is neutral and acceptable. Udveg, Kaal, and Rog should be avoided for journeys.

Choghadiya Today — Shimla, Himāchal Pradesh

Friday, April 17, 2026 · Day & Night Choghadiya · Sunrise 5:52 AM IST

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☀️ Day Choghadiya — Sunrise to Sunset

Char

5:52 AM–7:29 AM

Labh

7:29 AM–9:06 AM

Amrit

9:06 AM–10:43 AM

Kaal

10:43 AM–12:21 PM

Shubh

12:21 PM–1:58 PM

Rog

1:58 PM–3:35 PM

Udveg

3:35 PM–5:12 PM

Char

5:12 PM–6:50 PM

🌙 Night Choghadiya — Sunset to Next Sunrise

Rog

6:50 PM–8:12 PM

Kaal

8:12 PM–9:35 PM

Labh

9:35 PM–10:58 PM

Udveg

10:58 PM–12:21 AM

Shubh

12:21 AM–1:43 AM

Amrit

1:43 AM–3:06 AM

Char

3:06 AM–4:29 AM

Rog

4:29 AM–5:52 AM

This Week in Shimla

Day	Best Day	Best Night
Fri, Apr 17(today)	Amrit 9:06 AM	Amrit 1:43 AM
Sat, Apr 18	Amrit 3:35 PM	Amrit 10:57 PM
Sun, Apr 19	Amrit 10:42 AM	Amrit 8:13 PM
Mon, Apr 20	Amrit 5:49 AM	Amrit 3:04 AM
Tue, Apr 21	Amrit 12:20 PM	Amrit 12:20 AM
Wed, Apr 22	Amrit 7:25 AM	Amrit 9:36 PM
Thu, Apr 23	Amrit 1:58 PM	Amrit 6:54 PM
Fri, Apr 24	Amrit 9:01 AM	Amrit 1:40 AM

About Choghadiya in Shimla

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 Shimla, today's sunrise is 5:52 AM IST, and sunset is 6:50 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 Shimla?: Today's best daytime Choghadiya in Shimla is Labh from 7:29 AM to 9:06 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.