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Auspicious 14 Jan 2026: Makara Sankranti, Pongal, Magh Bihu and Makaravilakku in Radiant Unity
On 14 January 2026, India observes Makara Sankranti, aligning with the Pongal season in Tamil Nadu, Magh Bihu in Assam, and winter bonfires associated with Lohri in North India. The day marks Uttarayana Punyakalam—the Sun’s auspicious northward movement—and includes Makaravilakku (Makarajyoti) observances at Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple. Grounded in the Sun’s transit into Makara (Capricorn), the…
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Makara Sankranti 2026 Date, Rituals, and Regional Names: A Joyous Start to Uttarayana
Makara Sankranti 2026 falls on January 14, marking the Sun’s transit into Makara Rashi and the start of Uttarayana Punyakalam. Observed nationwide under names like Pongal, Lohri, Uttarayan, and Magh Bihu, it unites communities through gratitude, ethical action, and celebration. Core rituals include Makara Sankramana Snan, Surya Arghya, Daan (particularly sesame and jaggery), and vibrant…
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Makarajyothi 2026: Sacred Makara Jyoti Darshanam at Sabarimala on January 14, Makara Sankranti
Makarajyothi 2026 falls on January 14, coinciding with Makara Sankranti and the revered Makara Jyoti Darshanam near the Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple. The week-long observance culminates at dusk, when devotees focus on the hills beyond Sabarimala as temple deeparadhana resonates with collective chants. Rooted in Makara Sankramana, it marks the close of the Mandala–Makaravilakku season and…