When is Kanya Sankranti?
Kanya sankranti 2025: In astrology, the Sun God is considered to be the factor of the soul and the king of the planets. Sun God changes his zodiac sign every month and the day he enters from one zodiac to another, that date is celebrated as Sankranti. According to the almanac, Kanya Sankranti will be celebrated on 17 September in 2025. On this day, Surya Dev will come out of his Swarashi Singh and transit in Virgo, the effect of which will be seen on all zodiac signs.
Auspicious time of worship on the day of Kanya Sankranti
- According to the almanac, the moment of Kanya Sankranti will take place on 17 September 2025. On this day, Sun’s entry into Virgo will be in the afternoon.
- Virtue period of Kanya Sankranti: 01:46 pm to 06:19 pm (about 04 hours 33 minutes)
- Mahapunya period of Kanya Sankranti: 01:46 pm to 03:31 pm (about 01 hours 45 minutes)
What to do on the day of Kanya Sankranti?
Day of charity: On this day, the river bath, charity and sesame, ghee, jaggery, clothes etc. are considered special fruitful.
Sun worship: Giving Arghya to Sun God gives special virtue. Pitra dosha is also reduced by fasting and worshiping on this day.
Beginning of Pitra Paksha: Pitra Paksha is usually started after Kanya Sankranti, which are made for the peace of the soul of the ancestors.
Worship of Sun God: Give arghya to the Sun God and chant the mantra ‘Om Khuni Surya Namah’.
Vishwakarma Puja: Those who are associated with craftsmanship or machinery must worship Lord Vishwakarma on this day.
Importance of Kanya Sankranti
Sun’s entry into Virgo is an important astrological event. Virgo zodiac is ruled by the planet Mercury, which is a symbol of intelligence, logic and analysis. When the Sun enters Virgo, it promotes these properties. According to religious beliefs, there is also a law for worshiping Lord Vishwakarma on the day of Kanya Sankranti. This day is also celebrated as Vishwakarma Puja, especially in areas where the artisans and crafts are more.
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