It is believed that there is some astrological explanations behind ‘Narakavadha’. Narakasura was the king of Pragjothispura. He had 16 thousand women in his captivity. According to astrology, there are 16 thousands stars in Kanya rasi (Virgo). Narakasura belongs to Mesha rasi (Aries). With the advent of Thula rasi (Libra), Mesha rasi diminishes. Krishna ended Narakasura in Swathi nakshathra in Thula rasi. When Mesha rasi fell, Kanya rasi became pale with surprise. Once there was ‘Naraka nakshathra (star)’ in the place of ‘Dhruva’. Due to different phases of the earth, the planetary position had changed and ‘Druva’ become prominent. Vishnu has ordered Dhruva to stay in the galaxy for 36 thousand years. According to scientific evidences also, this star will stay in galaxy for 36 thousand years. The earth is Satyabhama, who changes its phases and obscures the Naraka nakshathra.
The India’s unity in diversity can be seen in the celebration of this festival throughout the country.
