makar sankranti 2026Image Credit source: AI ChatGpt
Makar Sankranti 2026: Every year in the month of Magh, the festival of Makar Sankranti is celebrated when the Sun God enters Capricorn. This year, on January 14, Sun God will enter Capricorn. In such a situation, this year this festival will be celebrated on 14 January. This festival is celebrated with different names all over the country. Special worship of Sun God is done on this day. On this day, bathing in holy rivers is also done.
This festival is also known as Khichdi. In many states of North India, Khachadi is prepared and eaten on this day. It is also donated. This is an old tradition. This is the reason why Khichdi comes to mind as soon as the name of Makar Sankranti comes to mind, but behind this tradition there is not just taste, but deep faith and social sentiment. It also has astrological and religious significance. Let us know.
Astrological and religious significance
According to astrology, on the festival of Makar Sankranti, Sun God enters the Capricorn sign of his son Shani Dev. This is considered an auspicious change. It is believed that whatever donation is made on this day brings auspicious results. Rice, pulses and ghee used in Khichdi are satvik food. This is considered suitable for offering to the Sun.
By donating Khichdi on this day, planetary defects are pacified. There is stability in life. This is the reason why on this day, after bathing, Khichdi is donated and consumed as Prasad.
This is also a religious belief
In religious stories, the tradition of eating Khichdi on Makar Sankranti is linked to Baba Gorakhnath. It is said that once upon a time, due to difficult conditions and attacks, yogis and sadhus were not able to cook food regularly. In such a situation, Baba Gorakhnath advised everyone to cook pulses, rice and seasonal vegetables together. This food was prepared in less time and provided energy for a long time.
Gradually the discussion about this simple and nutritious food reached the society from the saints. After this it was linked to the festival of Makar Sankranti. Since then, making and eating Khichdi on this day started being considered auspicious.
Also read: Youngest Bhagwat Kathavachak: Bhagwat resonating with a small voice, who is 9 year old Bal Vyas Vishnupriya?
Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.