℞Planet Retrograde · ग्रह वक्री
Vakri (retrograde) periods — when planets appear to move backward
2026
Retrograde (Vakri) occurs when a planet appears to move backward from Earth's perspective. In Vedic astrology, retrograde planets are considered stronger but express their energy differently.
Rahu & Ketu: These shadow nodes are always retrograde by nature (mean nodes). Their retrograde motion is their natural state and is not listed as a special period below.