Meen Sankranti 2026: Date, time rituals and significance

Sankranti falls every month when Surya changes its position. This time Sun will move from Aquarius to Pisces zodiac signs and this Sankranti will be observed as Meen Sankranti. The day holds a great religious and spiritual significance. On this auspicious day, people visit ganga ghats to take a holy dip in ganga river, perform various puja rituals such as hawan, offering arghya or water to Lord Surya, perform Sun salutations and offer prayers to Lord Surya. The day marks the end of a winter season and spring season begins from this day. The days become longer and nights becomes shorter. Let's know the correct date of Meen Sankranti.

When is Meen Sankranti 2026?

Meen Sankranti is going to be observe on March 15, 2026.

Meen Sankranti 2026: Date and Time

Meena Sankranti Punya Kala - 06:31 AM to 12:30 PM

Meena Sankranti Maha Punya Kala - 06:31 AM to 08:31 AM

Meena Sankranti Moment - 01:08 AM

Meen Sankranti 2026: Significance

Sun is one of the most strongest and powerful planets. Can you imagine your life without Sun? your answer would be NO, so you can understand the power and energy that Sun carries. Sun gives your light, life and will power. People often worship Sun daily and offer their sincere prayers to seek blessings. There are multiple ways to observe Meen Sankranti and you can check the below mentioned ways:

Offer water to Sun: Offering water, or Arghya, to Lord Surya on this day is seen to be auspicious. In order to express gratitude to Sun God, people should rise early in the morning and perform this ritual.

Holy bath: On Meen Sankranti, taking a holy dip in holy rivers at sunrise is considered meritorious. It is believed to purify the soul and help people atone for their misdeeds. The Ganga, Yamuna, Shipra, Narmada, and Godavari are places where people can take a sacred dip.

Charity and donation: Doing charity is very important on this particular day. It is recommended that devotees provide food and clothing to hrahmins and those in need. Life becomes prosperous as a result. It is believed that doing this good deed will reduce their sufferings and attract blessings.

Mantra chanting: On this auspicious day, devotees honor Lord Sun and recite mantras devoted to Lord Surya.

Meditation: People do practice yoga, sun salutation, meditation, and other spiritual pursuits. It cleanses the body, soul, and mind.

Hawan: On the day of Meen Sankranti, people should also perform hawan or yajna, and Gayatri yajna is seen as rewarding as it helps to remove pitru dosha.

Mantra

1. Om Suryaye Namah..!!

2. Om Ghrani Suryaye Namah..!!