Rahu Mahadasha: Effects and Remedies
Rahu Mahadasha lasts 18 years and is one of the most talked about periods in Vedic astrology. Rahu is a shadow planet of ambition, desire, sudden change and the modern world.
PlanetRahu
Duration18 years
Positive effects of Rahu Mahadasha
- Sudden rise, fame or unexpected gains
- Success in foreign lands, technology and new fields
- Strong ambition and out of the box thinking
- Material progress and bold opportunities
Challenges during Rahu Mahadasha
- Confusion, illusion and unstable decisions
- Sudden ups and downs in career and money
- Anxiety, fear or unusual health issues
- Risk of shortcuts, addictions or bad company
Remedies for Rahu Mahadasha
- Chant the Rahu mantra: Om Rahave Namaha
- Worship Goddess Durga and Lord Bhairava
- Donate black or blue items, mustard oil or coconut
- Keep a Hessonite (Gomed) gemstone only after a chart check
- Stay honest, avoid shortcuts and serve the needy
The exact result of any mahadasha depends on where Rahu sits in your birth chart and the sub period (antardasha) running within it. The same dasha can feel very different from one person to the next.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Rahu Mahadasha last?
Rahu Mahadasha lasts 18 years in the Vimshottari dasha system.
Is Rahu Mahadasha good or bad?
It can be both. Sudden rise, fame or unexpected gains. At the same time, confusion, illusion and unstable decisions. The result depends on the planet's placement in your chart.
What are the best remedies for Rahu Mahadasha?
Chant the Rahu mantra: Om Rahave Namaha, and worship goddess durga and lord bhairava.
Get your complete Vedic reading
Your full Janam Kundli, life forecast and 3 personal questions answered, in 23 Indian languages. One simple price.
Get my reading