Meena Sankranti

• The Sun’s transit from Kumbha Rashi to Meena Rashi is referred to as Meena Sankranti.
• It symbolizes the 12^th month as per the Hindu calendar
• On this day people bath in holy rivers and pay respects to their ancestors
• Devotees offer prayers to Lord Surya Bhagavan.
• It is said that the sixteen ghatis during Sankranti are considered Shubh ghatis.
• Donating food and essentials to the needy is considered auspicious today.
• Special Pujas take place in Konark Sun temple in Odisha.
• It is auspicious to chant Surya Gayatri on this day.

2025 Date: March 14.