Inauspicious Doshas in Janam Kundli: Causes, Effects, and Remedies

In Vedic astrology, certain planetary combinations form inauspicious doshas (defects) in a Janam Kundli (birth chart), which can cause continuous problems in life. Fortunately, with the help of simple remedies, one can reduce their impact. Let’s explore some common inauspicious yogas and the practical ways to balance them.

1. Chandal Yoga

When Rahu or Ketu conjoins or aspects Jupiter in any house of the Kundli, it forms Chandal Yoga. This yoga negatively affects education, wealth, and character. The native may disrespect elders and suffer from stomach or respiratory issues.
Remedies:

Maintain good character
Donate yellow items
Apply saffron, turmeric, or sandalwood tilak on the forehead
Eat only once a day if possible, preferably dishes made with gram flour
Worship Lord Narayan regularly

2. Alpayu Yoga

Alpayu Yoga forms when the Moon is afflicted by malefic planets in the 6th, 8th, or 12th houses, or if the ascendant lord is weak and afflicted. This yoga indicates a short lifespan.
Remedies:

Chant the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra
Drive safely and follow a healthy lifestyle

3. Inauspicious Doshas – Grahan Yoga

Grahan Yoga comes in two types – Lunar and Solar. Lunar occurs when the Moon conjoins Rahu or Ketu; Solar occurs when the Sun conjoins Rahu. Lunar Grahan brings mental stress and harm to the mother, while Solar Grahan affects stability and causes estrangement from the father.
Remedies:

Pass six coconuts over your head and immerse them in flowing water
Worship Lord Shiva
Chant the Gayatri Mantra in case of Solar Grahan

4. Daridra Yoga

If the 11th house lord resides in the 6th, 8th, or 12th house, it creates Daridra Yoga. This yoga leads to persistent financial instability and repeated economic challenges.
Remedies:

Recite the Shri Suktam regularly

5. Inauspicious Doshas – Shadyantra Yoga

This forms when the ascendant lord sits in the 8th house without any benefic planet. It makes the native vulnerable to betrayal by close ones, resulting in loss of wealth and reputation.
Remedies:

Worship Lord Shiva and his family every Monday
Recite the Hanuman Chalisa daily

6. Kuja Dosha (Mangal Dosha)

When Mars occupies the 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house, it creates Kuja or Mangal Dosha. This often leads to challenges in marriage and relationships.
Remedies:

Match horoscopes before marriage
If discovered after marriage, offer water to Peepal and Banyan trees regularly
Chant Mars mantras
Recite Hanuman Chalisa daily

7. Kemadruma Yoga

Kemadruma Yoga forms when no planet resides in the 2nd or 12th house from the Moon, or when the Moon is isolated in these houses without any aspect from benefic planets. It brings poverty, illness, and difficulties in marriage.
Remedies:

Donate Moon-related items on full moon days

8. Angarak Yoga

Angarak Yoga is very bad in Inauspicious Doshas in kundali, This yoga forms when Mars conjoins or aspects Rahu or Ketu. It causes aggression, violence, and negativity. The native often faces issues with siblings, friends, and relatives.
Remedies:

Worship Lord Hanuman daily
Feed jaggery to a red cow on Tuesdays
Feed grains to birds daily
Consider installing an Angarak Dosha Nivaran Yantra

9. Visha Yoga (Poison Yoga)

Visha Yoga forms when Saturn conjoins or aspects the Moon. If Saturn is in Cancer (Pushya Nakshatra) and the Moon is in Capricorn (Shravana Nakshatra), or they oppose each other from their signs, this yoga forms. It causes prolonged hardships and affects the mother’s health too.
Remedies:

Worship Lord Hanuman and offer shadow donation (Chhaya Daan) every Saturday
Worship Lord Shiva on Mondays
Recite Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra regularly