Signaling longer days, the end of winter, and the beginning of the auspicious Uttarayana period.
Makar Sankranti is an ancient Hindu festival marking the Sun’s transition into Capricorn (Makara)
Uttarayana: Start of the Sun’s northward journey
Harvest Festival Lohri: Thankfulness for nature’s abundance.
Spiritual Purification: Holy river baths cleanse body & soul.
📅 Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Makar Sankranti Punya Kala (Auspicious Time): ~10:43 AM – 6:12 PM
Surya Arghya: Offer water to the rising Sun.
Holy Bath: In rivers like Ganga or Yamuna.
Dahi chura Tilkut : In Bihar and eastern UP people eat
Til-Gud Laddoos: Sweet sesame treats for warmth.
Khichdi & Pongal: Regional festive dishes.
Sharing with Loved Ones: Symbolises goodwill & harmony.
Uttarayan (Gujarat): Kite festivals & community vibes.
Pongal (Tamil Nadu): Multi-day harvest gratitude.
Lohri / Bhogi: Pre-Sankranti bonfires & folk customs
Makar Sankranti blends gratitude, community celebration, charity, and spiritual renewal inviting warmth, light, and new beginnings into life.
Importance of Makar Sankranti festival
Magh Sankranti
Tilgul Makar Sankranti
Uttarayan festival
Sankranthi festival
Kite flying festival Gujarat
Pongal festival
Chura dahi
Lohri 2026