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When is Makar Sankranti this year? On 14th or 15th January?

Makar Sankranti, a revered ancient festival, marks the Sun's entry into Capricorn on January 14, 2026, ushering in Uttarayan. This solar-based celebration involves sacred baths, charity, and Sun God worship, symbolizing purity and rejuvenation. Despite minor calendar variations, the primary observance remains on the 14th, celebrating celestial and agricultural cycles.

9 Jan 2026 2:15 pm