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Makar Sankranti 2026: Date, Timings, Significance and Regional Celebrations

and nature.
  • Gujarat marks Uttarayan with vibrant kite-flying festivities filling the skies.

  • Punjab welcomes the season with Lohri , observed on the night of January 13 with bonfires, songs, and dance.

  • Assam observes Magh Bihu , centered on community feasts and agricultural gratitude.

  • Maharashtra celebrates by exchanging til-gud (sesame and jaggery sweets) and sharing the message of harmony: “Tilgul ghya, god god bola” (accept sweetness and speak sweetly).

  • In Summary

    • Festival Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026

    • Key Moment: 3:13 PM (IST), marking the start of Uttarayan

    • Best Time for Rituals: From 3:13 PM onward during the Punya Kaal

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