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News Topical, Digital Desk : In Hinduism, the festival of Makar Sankranti (Makar Sankranti 2026) is celebrated with great enthusiasm. Makar Sankranti marks the day when the Sun enters the Capricorn sign, and from this day, the Sun God begins his Uttarayan (northern phase). From a religious perspective, this event is considered very auspicious. Uttarayan is also called the day of the gods. Charity, bathing, chanting, and austerity hold special significance on Makar Sankranti.
Importance of donation on Makar Sankranti
On the day of Makar Sankranti, there is a tradition of bathing in a holy river like the Ganges and then donating. It is believed that doing both on this day bestows virtuous results and blessings of happiness and prosperity for the future. Donations made on this day yield many fold rewards. Donations made on Makar Sankranti bestow blessings of wealth, prosperity, and health, as well as salvation. They also provide relief from horoscope defects.
Definitely donate these things
On Makar Sankranti, you should also donate jaggery, sesame seeds, lentil-rice khichdi, and warm clothes to the needy and poor. It is believed that donating these items brings virtuous results.
You will receive the blessings of your ancestors
On Makar Sankranti , after bathing, you should donate grains, black sesame seeds, urad dal, and vegetables. This donation on Makar Sankranti pleases the ancestors and bestows their blessings upon you.
This donation is auspicious
Donating Rewadi (sweets) on Makar Sankranti is considered auspicious. You can also donate peanuts on this day. It is believed that this donation benefits the seeker and increases their self-confidence.
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