Makar Sankranti 2026: Date, Muhurat, Rituals & Significance Revealed

• Makar Sankranti 2026 falls on January 14, marking the Sun's transition into Capricorn, signaling warmer days and spiritual renewal.
• Auspicious Punya Kala is from 3:13 p.m. to 5:45 p.m., with Maha Punya Kala from 3:13 p.m. to 4:58 p.m.
• The festival involves worshipping Surya, ritual baths, offering specific items, and chanting mantras like Aditya Hridaya Stotram.
• Mythology links it to deity Sankranti defeating Sankarasur and Bhishma Pitamah's wait for Moksha.
• Celebrations include flying kites, making Til-Gud, charity, and avoiding black clothes or consuming food without bathing.

Why It Matters: Makar Sankranti 2026 celebrates the Sun's transition, spiritual renewal, and harvest with rich rituals.