🌟 2026 Solar Highlights
📅 2026 Sankranti Punya Kaal Calendar
Sankranti is an astronomical event that happens at the same universal moment worldwide. However, the clock time varies based on where you live.
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| Name | Moment | Punya Kaal | Reminder |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makar Sankranti | -- | -- | |
| Kumbha Sankranti | -- | -- | |
| Meena Sankranti | -- | -- | |
| Mesha Sankranti | -- | -- | |
| Vrishabha Sankranti | -- | -- | |
| Mithuna Sankranti | -- | -- | |
| Karka Sankranti | -- | -- | |
| Simha Sankranti | -- | -- | |
| Kanya Sankranti | -- | -- | |
| Tula Sankranti | -- | -- | |
| Vrishchika Sankranti | -- | -- | |
| Dhanu Sankranti | -- | -- |
🕉️ Sankranti Puja Vidhi & Rituals
1. Surya Upasana (Sun Worship) Since Sankranti is a solar event, the day begins with offering Arghya (water) to the Sun God in a copper vessel. Reciting the Aditya Hrudayam or Gayatri Mantra during the Punya Kaal is highly meritorious.
2. Holy Snana (Bathing)Taking a bath in sacred rivers (Ganga, Yamuna, Godavari) is a core ritual. If not possible, adding a few drops of Ganga Jal to your bathing water at home during the Punya Kaal window is recommended.
3. Dana (Charity)Sankranti is the most potent time for "Gupt Dan." Donating seasonal items like Til (Sesame), Jaggery, blankets, and food to the needy helps in removing planetary doshas, especially those related to Saturn and the Sun.
Special 2026 Puja Note: For Makar Sankranti (Jan 14, 2026), rituals should be performed after the Sun enters Capricorn (Makar) at 3:13 PM. However, the Punya Kaal for bathing and charity begins from sunrise.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Simply click the "+ Google" button next to any Sankranti row. It will open your Google Calendar with the specific Punya Kaal timings already filled in. Just hit "Save" to keep the reminder on your phone or computer.
The Sankranti Moment is the exact second the Sun enters a new zodiac sign. The Punya Kaal is the auspicious window (usually several hours) surrounding that moment when rituals, holy baths, and donations are most beneficial.
Sankranti is based on the solar calendar. Because the Earth's orbit isn't perfectly 365 days, the precise moment the Sun crosses into a new constellation shifts slightly each year, occasionally pushing the date forward.
Makar Sankranti (Jan 14) is considered the most significant as it marks the start of Uttarayan (the Sun's northward journey). Mesha Sankranti (April 14) is also vital as it marks the Solar New Year.
Yes, traditional Vedic practice suggests that a holy dip (Snana) and charity (Dana) performed within the Punya Kaal window carry the most spiritual merit.
Disclaimer & Usage Note
The dates and timings provided on this page are calculated based on IST (Indian Standard Time) using the solar transition data. While our system automatically converts these timings to your local timezone, slight variations may occur due to atmospheric refraction or regional calculation methods.
These timings are intended for spiritual guidance and ritual planning only. We recommend consulting with your local priest or temple for specific regional observation traditions. The Google Calendar integration is provided as a convenience tool; please verify the event details before relying on them for travel or major ceremonies.