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Makar Sankranti 2025: Know About The History, Significance

Makar Sankranti, an ancient Hindu festival, celebrates the Sun’s transition from the Sagittarius zodiac sign to Capricorn

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Jan 14, 2025, 09:43 am IST
Makar Sankranti, an ancient Hindu festival, celebrates the Sun’s transition

Makar Sankranti, an ancient Hindu festival, celebrates the Sun’s transition

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Makar Sankranti, an ancient Hindu festival, celebrates the Sun’s transition from the Sagittarius zodiac sign to Capricorn. This astronomical event marks the end of the winter solstice and the beginning of longer days, symbolising the win of light over darkness. In 2025, Makar Sankranti will be observed on Tuesday, January 14th.

The time is 8:55 AM (sunrise) to 12:51 PM (Punyakal) and 8:55 AM to 9:29 AM (Mahapunyakal) – This is considered the most auspicious time for religious rituals.

Makar Sankranti holds significance in Hindu culture. It marks the beginning of the auspicious period of Uttarayana, considered to be highly propitious for spiritual practices. The festival is believed to cleanse the soul and usher in a period of positive energy and good fortune. As it marks the end of the harvest season in many parts of India, it is a time to express gratitude for the bountiful harvest and celebrate the renewal of nature.

The roots of Makar Sankranti can be traced back to ancient Vedic scriptures. The festival is deeply connected to the Hindu deity Surya (Sun God), who is revered as the source of life and energy. It is linked to various mythological stories. The nectar of immortality (Amrit) was obtained during this event, which occurred during the Makar Sankranti period.

The legend of King Bhagirath, who brought the Ganges River to Earth, is also associated with this festival. Makar Sankranti is celebrated with great enthusiasm across India, with diverse customs and traditions varying from region to region. A popular activity, especially in Gujarat and Punjab, where people fly colorful kites and compete to cut each other’s kites. The sky transforms into a vibrant spectacle of kites during the festival.

People prepare and share special dishes like khichdi (a savory rice and lentil dish), til ladoo (sweet sesame seed balls), and other sweet treats. Many people take a dip in holy rivers like the Ganges and Yamuna, believing it to be purifying and spiritually cleansing.

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