Makar Vs Mesh Sankranti differences: As soon as everyone hears the word Sankranti, the first thought that comes to their mind is Makar Sankranti on 14 January, but from the astrological and religious point of view, the importance of Aries Sankranti on 14 April is no less. According to the Panchang, on April 14, 2026, Sun God will move out of Pisces and enter its higher zodiac sign Aries. This is not just a zodiac change, but also the beginning of the Solar New Year as per the solar calendar. Let us understand in detail what is the difference between these two major solstices of January and April and what is their religious significance.
Makar Sankranti is celebrated every year around 14 January. On this day the Sun leaves Sagittarius and enters Capricorn. This festival is considered to mark the beginning of Uttarayan, that is, the Sun moves from Dakshinayan to Uttarayan. According to religious beliefs, Uttarayan is considered the day of the gods and an auspicious time. On this day, bathing in Ganga, doing charity and consuming sesame and jaggery are considered especially fruitful.
Aries Sankranti falls in April and is considered the beginning of the solar new year. On this day, Sun enters Aries, which is its highest zodiac sign. This means that the energy and influence of the Sun is strongest at this time. This is the reason why starting of new works, marriage, housewarming and other auspicious works from this day is considered auspicious. In many parts of India it is celebrated with different names, like Baisakhi, Puthandu, Pohela Baisakh etc.
Makar Sankranti falls in January, while Mesha Sankranti is celebrated in April.
In Makar Sankranti, the Sun enters Capricorn, while in Aries Sankranti, the Sun enters its highest sign Aries.
Makar Sankranti is considered best for charity, bathing and attainment of virtue, while Aries Sankranti is considered special for the beginning of the new year and beginning of auspicious works.
Makar Sankranti marks the beginning of Uttarayan, while Aries Sankranti is considered a symbol of the supreme influence and energy of the Sun.
Makar Sankranti is celebrated all over India as the festival of kite flying, sesame-jaggery and charity. At the same time, Aries Sankranti is celebrated with great pomp as New Year in many states.
Both Sankranti are considered very auspicious in Hindu religion. Makar Sankranti gives the message of moving towards self-purification, charity and salvation, while Aries Sankranti symbolizes new life, new energy and new beginnings. While Makar Sankranti makes a person spiritually strong, Aries Sankranti inspires to start new plans and works in life.
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