On January 14, 2025, people will celebrate Makar Sankranti, a vibrant and joyous harvest festival. This auspicious day marks the transition of the Sun from the zodiac sign of Sagittarius to Capricorn. It also signifies the end of winter and the beginning of longer days.
Ancient Vedic texts mention Makar Sankranti, highlighting its significance as one of the most sacred festivals in the Hindu calendar. Celebrated with great enthusiasm across India, this festival boasts diverse customs and traditions in different regions.
Timings On Makar Sankranti 2025
| Timing | Date | Time |
| Sunrise | January 14, 2025 | 7:14 AM |
| Sunset | January 14, 2025 | 5:57 PM |
| Sankranti Moment | January 14, 2025 | 8:55 AM |
| Punya Kaal Muhurta | January 14 | 8:55 AM – 5:57 PM |
| Maha Punya Kaal Muhurta | January 14 | 8:55 AM – 9:19 AM |
Makar Sankranti celebrations in different states of India
| State | Name of the Festival | Celebrations |
| Maharashtra | Makar Sankranti | Tilgudi exchange, Til laddus & Til Polis |
| Gujarat | Uttarayan | Kite flying, Sweet exchange, Elder gifting to young |
| Uttar Pradesh | Khichdi/Kitcheri | Kumbh Mela at Prayag, Bathing in holy rivers |
| Punjab | Maghi | Lohri bonfire, Bhangra dance, Harvest feast |
| Tamil Nadu | Pongal | Bonfires, Boiling milk & rice, Pongal chants, a 4-day festival |
| West Bengal | Makar Sankranti | Holy dip at Ganga Sagar |
| Odisha | Makar Sankranti | Bonfires, Maghyatra processions, Feasts |
| Madhya Pradesh | Sukarat (Sakarat) | Good luck greetings, Pomp, and splendor |
| Kerala | Makara Vilakku | Witnessing Makara Jyoti at Sabarimala, Worship of Swami Ayyappa |
| Assam | Maagh Bihu/Bhoghaali Bihu | Feast on harvested produce, End of harvesting period |
| Karnataka | Suggi | Ellu Birodhu (Sesame, groundnuts, coconut, jaggery), Farmer’s festival |
| Andhra Pradesh | Makar Sankranti | Bhogi bonfire, Rangoli, Prayers, 3-day festival |
| Bihar | Sakaarat/Kichdi | Bathing in Ganges, Kumbh Mela |
| Tripura | Hangrai | Immersing ancestor remnants, Tripura cakes, Feasts |
| Rajasthan | Sakraat | Kite flying, Sakraat Bhoj, Sweet exchange, Women exchanging gifts |
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