# Aries (Mesha)

> The pioneering first sign of the zodiac, full of vital energy, leadership, and bold initiative.

Source: https://www.hinducalendar.today/panchang/rashi/mesha

Rashi Names (12 Zodiac Signs)

01

Mesha (मेष - Aries) is the 1st zodiac constellation of the Vedic astrological sphere spanning 30 degrees.

Ruler Mars (Mangala)

Nature Chara (Movable / Cardinal)

Element Fire (Agni)

Symbol Ram

Significance

Governs planetary transits, Chandra Rashi (Moon Sign) emotional temperaments, Surya Rashi solar vitality, and astrological house analysis.

Favorable

- Activities harmonious with Fire (अग्नि)
- Ventures strengthening Mars (Mangala)

Unfavorable

- Extreme actions conflicting with Chara (Movable / Cardinal) temperament