Makar Sankranti 2026: 5 Auspicious Coincidences, Puja Vidhi, Muhurat, Donations

• Makar Sankranti 2026 falls on January 15, Thursday, with 5 auspicious coincidences enhancing its merit.
• The day includes Shashtila Ekadashi fast breaking, Thursday fast, Vriddhi Yoga, Jyeshtha Nakshatra, and Shukraditya Yoga.
• Key timings: Sun's transit into Capricorn on Jan 14, 9:20 PM; Punya Kaal from sunrise to noon; Bathing Muhurat 05:27 AM to 06:21 AM.
• Puja Vidhi involves bathing in holy rivers (or at home with Ganga water), offering Arghya to Lord Surya, chanting mantras, and performing Aarti.
• Donations of black sesame seeds, grains, jaggery, clothes, and khichdi are highly recommended for blessings from Surya and Shani.

Why It Matters: Makar Sankranti 2026 is highly auspicious due to 5 rare coincidences; observe rituals for maximum blessings.