Makar Sankranti 2026
मकर संक्रांति
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Makar Sankranti (मकर संक्रांति) 2026 falls on Wednesday, 14 January 2026. Planetary ruler: Sun (Surya). Auspicious muhurat: Punya Kaal: Sunrise to 12:30 PM IST. The day Sun enters Capricorn (Makar Rashi), marking Uttarayan — the auspicious northward journey of the Sun. Get authentic Vedic guidance, dos & don'ts, and personal predictions based on your birth chart.
Significance
Most powerful day for Surya worship, donation, and spiritual practice. Marks the end of inauspicious Dhanurmas.
✓ Do's
- ●Donate til (sesame) and gud (jaggery)
- ●Take a holy bath in sacred rivers (Ganga, Yamuna)
- ●Offer Arghya to Surya at sunrise
- ●Recite Aditya Hridaya Stotra
✗ Don'ts
- ●Avoid non-vegetarian food and alcohol
- ●Do not engage in conflicts or harsh speech
- ●Avoid cutting hair or nails
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When is Makar Sankranti 2026?
Makar Sankranti 2026 falls on Wednesday, 14 January 2026.
What is the muhurat for Makar Sankranti 2026?
Punya Kaal: Sunrise to 12:30 PM IST
Who is the planetary ruler of Makar Sankranti?
The planetary ruler of Makar Sankranti is Sun (Surya).
What is the significance of Makar Sankranti?
Most powerful day for Surya worship, donation, and spiritual practice. Marks the end of inauspicious Dhanurmas.