Makar Sankranti 2026: Auspicious Bathing Times & Home Rituals Revealed!

• Makar Sankranti 2026 will be celebrated with religious rituals on January 15, despite the Sun's transit into Capricorn occurring on January 14 at 3:06 PM.
• This year marks a rare conjunction after 23 years, with Makar Sankranti and Shatila Ekadashi falling on the same day, January 14, promising imperishable merit.
• Auspicious bathing times on January 15 are from 5:27 AM to 7:15 AM and 9:07 AM to 12:10 PM, with 'Punya Kaal' extending from sunrise until noon.
• Bathing in holy rivers like the Ganga and Yamuna is highly significant, but home bathing with Ganga water, sesame seeds, and Kusha grass also grants merit.
• After bathing, offer water to Surya Dev chanting 'Om Suryaya Namah' and donate sesame seeds, jaggery, khichdi, blankets, or clothes for blessings.

Why It Matters: Makar Sankranti 2026 rituals, including auspicious bathing and donations, are primarily on January 15 for maximum merit.