Mars, planet of strength and competition, is in Purva Bhadrapada from March 20th to April 6th 2026, the nakshatra spanning the zodiacal signs of Aquarius and Pisces.

Purva’s symbol of the front side of a bed represents clearing and removing old obstacles, while its Shakti of ‘the power of spiritual fire’ represents a kind of cleansing experience. Your energy and activities take on greater intensity, and Purva Bhadrapada’s association with burning and fire is accentuated by Mars’s hot and headstrong energy. Expect an ending to come on an emotional and psychic level before you move on with a new plan, and before you gather new security and property.

Purva is also represented by a two-faced person, which can reveal a hidden agenda, or perhaps you are showing an unexpected side to the world. Purva’s deity, Ajaikapada, a form of Rudra the Storm God, in this case represents a fire-storm and a sense of atonement or penance – meditation and fasting are always valuable, but don’t take your ascetic approach too far. Purva’s purging quality means you’re willing to sacrifice a possession or even a friendship, but wait for this moment to pass before making a final call.

Mars receives the supportive influence of Jupiter, the planet of expansion, up to April 2nd, and this is a good time for forward planning and confidence. You can remove an obstacle or make a transition into a new line of business more easily and with fewer complications. Your physical energy is high, and having an inspiring goal to aim towards inspires you to improve on your own best performance.