Mesh Sankranti 2026: Sankranti has special significance in the Hindu calendar and astrology. When the Sun leaves one zodiac sign and enters another, it is called Sankranti. In the year 2026, on April 14, Sun God will end his journey of Pisces and enter Aries. This is known as Aries Sankranti. In Indian culture, this day is not just an astronomical event, but also a great festival of new harvest, new enthusiasm and charity. Let us know the importance of this day and the reason behind the tradition of donating Sattu.
Why is Sattu donated on Aries Sankranti?
The tradition of donating Sattu on Aries Sankranti is considered very old and special. Sattu is mainly made from roasted gram and is a food that cools the body during the summer season. From the religious point of view, donating Sattu brings virtue to a person and brings happiness and prosperity in life. From a scientific point of view, the heat starts increasing from the month of April, in such a situation Sattu keeps the body cool and provides energy. Therefore, donating Sattu, water, fruits and clothes to the needy on this day is considered very fruitful.
Celebration of Aries Sankranti in different states
Mesha Sankranti is celebrated with different names in different parts of India. Festivals like Baisakhi (Punjab), Poila Boishakh (West Bengal), Puthandu (Tamil Nadu) and Bohag Bihu (Assam) are celebrated on or around this day.
What to do on this day?
On the day of Aries Sankranti, one should wake up early in the morning and take bath and offer water to the Sun God. After this, charity has special importance. By donating sattu, jaggery, water, fan, clothes and fruits one gets virtuous results. Also, on this day it is advised to stay away from anger and negative thoughts and adopt positivity.
Religious importance of Aries Sankranti
According to religious beliefs, special worship of Sun God on the day of Aries Sankranti brings energy, success and positivity in life. From this day, the Sun further strengthens the effect of Uttarayan, due to which the days become longer and the weather becomes hotter. This is why it is considered the time of new beginnings, progress and beginning of auspicious works. It is mentioned in the Puranas that by bathing in holy rivers and donating on this day, one attains many times more virtue. Especially the tradition of bathing in Ganga and offering Arghya to the Sun is considered very auspicious.
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