Makar Sankranti 2026: Jan 15 Confirmed for Auspicious Rituals, Says Kashi Astrologer

• Makar Sankranti 2026 date clarified: January 15, not 14, for auspicious rituals.
• Kashi astrologer Pandit Sanjay Upadhyay states Sun enters Capricorn on Jan 14 (9:39 PM), but the holy period begins Jan 15.
• Auspicious bathing and donation time on Jan 15 is from 4:40 AM to 1:39 PM.
• Festival holds great significance for Sun worship, holy river baths (Ganges, Kashi, Prayagraj, Haridwar, Gangasagar), and donations.
• Marks the end of Kharmas; donations of jaggery, sesame, rice, urad dal, and khichdi are recommended.

Why It Matters: Makar Sankranti 2026 will be celebrated on January 15, with auspicious rituals starting early morning.