Mechai Viravaidya is a former Thai politician and activist known for his work in promoting condom use, family planning, and AIDS awareness. Affectionately nicknamed 'Mr. Condom', he founded the Population and Community Development Association in the 1970s. His initiatives led to a significant decrease in the average number of children per family in Thailand. Holding various political roles, including deputy minister and senator, he continued advocating for sexual safety and public health throughout his career. His organization received recognition from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for its pioneering work.
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Your next birthday is 223 days away.
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Time Zone - Asia/Bangkok (7:0 E)
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Meaning of the name - Mechai
The name Mechai doesn't have a direct English translation. It is a Thai name that conveys a sense of strength, determination, and resilience.
Read Full Mechai Name AnalysisJanuary 17, 1941 Facts
Generation Group
Mechai Viravaidya belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Bangkok
Educated At: Trinity College | Geelong Grammar School
Occupation: politician
Employers: Population and Community Development Association (PDA) | NIST International School
Awards Received: Honorary Officer of the Order of Australia | Prince Mahidol Award | Ramon Magsaysay Award
Astrology Analysis
Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.Ephemeris for January 17, 1941
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 17, 2026 | Secondary Progressions for January 17, 2026 |
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| Sun | 26 Capricorn 43 | 27 Capricorn 5 | 21 Aries 54 |
| Moon | 14 Virgo 37 | 8 Capricorn 43 | 26 Libra 31 |
| Mercury | 0 Aquarius 27 | 24 Capricorn 14 | 29 Pisces 51 |
| Venus | 4 Capricorn 8 | 29 Capricorn 36 | 20 Aries 4 |
| Mars | 8 Sagittarius 21 | 25 Capricorn 11 | 6 Aquarius 42 |
| Jupiter | 6 Taurus 5 | 19 Cancer 12 | 19 Taurus 36 |
| Saturn | 8 Taurus 8 | 27 Pisces 13 | 14 Taurus 49 |
| Uranus | 22 Taurus 14 | 27 Taurus 36 | 24 Taurus 13 |
| Neptune | 27 Virgo 37 | 29 Pisces 46 | 25 Virgo 39 |
| Pluto | 3 Leo 20 | 3 Aquarius 13 | 2 Leo 2 |
| Rahu | 5 Libra 18 | 11 Pisces 18 | 0 Libra 48 |
| Ketu | 5 Aries 18 | 11 Virgo 18 | 0 Aries 48 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2026
Mechai Viravaidya's 2026 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars square Jupiter
Exact: 31 January, 2026 - Mars aspects Moon
Exact: 10 February, 2026 - Mars opposition Moon
Exact: 22 March, 2026 - Saturn square Venus
Exact: 22 March, 2026 - Saturn conjunction Ketu
Exact: 01 April, 2026 - Saturn opposition Rahu
Exact: 01 April, 2026 - Mars conjunction Saturn
Exact: 31 May, 2026 - Mars aspects Mars
Exact: 31 May, 2026 - Jupiter opposition Sun
Exact: 20 June, 2026 - Mars opposition Mars
Exact: 10 July, 2026 - Mars square Moon
Exact: 20 July, 2026 - Jupiter trine Ketu
Exact: 30 July, 2026 - Jupiter trine Mars
Exact: 09 August, 2026 - Mars opposition Venus
Exact: 19 August, 2026 - Mars square Rahu
Exact: 19 August, 2026 - Mars opposition Mercury
Exact: 28 September, 2026
