Sankranti refers to the Sun’s transition from one zodiac sign (Rashi) to another, occurring approximately once a month. Each of these transitions holds cultural and religious significance in Hinduism, with Makar Sankranti being the most widely celebrated. Below is the Sankranti calendar for 2025, detailing the dates and corresponding transitions:
| Sankranti | Date | Day | Zodiac Transition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makar Sankranti | January 14, 2025 | Tuesday | Sagittarius (Dhanu) to Capricorn (Makara) |
| Kumbha Sankranti | February 12, 2025 | Wednesday | Capricorn (Makara) to Aquarius (Kumbha) |
| Meena Sankranti | March 14, 2025 | Friday | Aquarius (Kumbha) to Pisces (Meena) |
| Mesha Sankranti | April 14, 2025 | Monday | Pisces (Meena) to Aries (Mesha) |
| Vrishabha Sankranti | May 15, 2025 | Thursday | Aries (Mesha) to Taurus (Vrishabha) |
| Mithuna Sankranti | June 15, 2025 | Sunday | Taurus (Vrishabha) to Gemini (Mithuna) |
| Karka Sankranti | July 16, 2025 | Wednesday | Gemini (Mithuna) to Cancer (Karka) |
| Simha Sankranti | August 17, 2025 | Sunday | Cancer (Karka) to Leo (Simha) |
| Kanya Sankranti | September 17, 2025 | Wednesday | Leo (Simha) to Virgo (Kanya) |
| Tula Sankranti | October 17, 2025 | Friday | Virgo (Kanya) to Libra (Tula) |
| Vrischika Sankranti | November 16, 2025 | Sunday | Libra (Tula) to Scorpio (Vrischika) |
| Dhanu Sankranti | December 16, 2025 | Tuesday | Scorpio (Vrischika) to Sagittarius (Dhanu) |
Please note that these dates are based on traditional Hindu solar calendar calculations and may vary slightly depending on regional and local customs.
Each Sankranti marks the beginning of a new solar month in the Hindu calendar and is often observed with various rituals, fasting, and charitable activities. Among these, Makar Sankranti, which occurs when the Sun enters Capricorn, is particularly significant as it signifies the end of the winter solstice and the start of longer days.
Observing these transitions is believed to purify the mind, body, and soul, making Sankranti days ideal for spiritual practices and seeking divine blessings.