Makar Sankranti 2026: Auspicious Yogas, Rituals, and Charity for Prosperity

• Makar Sankranti 2026 will be celebrated on January 14, with the Sun entering Capricorn at 3:13 PM.
• The festival marks the end of Kharmas, the beginning of auspicious ceremonies, and the Sun's northward movement (Uttarayan).
• It is known by various names across India, including Uttarayan in Gujarat, Khichdi in Eastern Uttar Pradesh, and Pongal in South India.
• Auspicious activities include consuming sesame, jaggery, and khichdi, worshipping Lord Surya, and taking holy dips in sacred rivers.
• Two auspicious yogas, Sarvartha Siddhi Yog and Amrit Siddhi Yog, will be present from 7:15 AM on January 14 to 3:03 AM on January 15, enhancing the benefits of bathing and charity.

Why It Matters: Makar Sankranti 2026 brings auspicious timings and rituals for spiritual merit and prosperity.