When is Meena Sankranti in 2026?

Meena Sankranti is listed for March 15, 2026 (Sunday) — Meena Sankranti. in India. Always confirm local panchang or official holiday notices for regional date variations.

Is Meena Sankranti a public holiday?

Public holiday status for Meena Sankranti in India can vary by country, state, institution, and local calendar. Check official holiday notices for your location.

How is Meena Sankranti celebrated at home?

Bathe early and face the rising Sun Offer water with a copper vessel Chant Surya mantra and give charity

What are the regional names of Meena Sankranti?

Meena Sankranti is also associated with names or regional forms such as मीन संक्रांति.

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मीन संक्रांति · 1 day · Surya

Meena Sankranti

Name: Meena Sankranti 2026
Start: 2026-03-15
Location: India

Sun enters Meena rashi · Pan-India panchang observance, India

Quick Facts

2026 date: March 15, 2026 (Sunday) — Meena Sankranti.
Country or region: India
Tradition: Hinduism, panchang-observance, Surya
Public holiday: Varies by region
Duration: 1 day
Native or alternate name: मीन संक्रांति

The Story

Meena Sankranti is the monthly solar transition into Pisces. It is commonly observed through early bathing, Surya arghya, mantra japa, and dana.

Philosophical Meaning

Sankranti observances encourage gratitude to Surya, discipline, and charity.

Vidhi · How It's Done

Bathe early and face the rising Sun
Offer water with a copper vessel
Chant Surya mantra and give charity

Samagri Checklist

· Water
· Copper lota
· Red flowers
· Diya
· Dana items

Frequently Asked

When is Meena Sankranti in 2026?: Meena Sankranti is listed for March 15, 2026 (Sunday) — Meena Sankranti. in India. Always confirm local panchang or official holiday notices for regional date variations.
Is Meena Sankranti a public holiday?: Public holiday status for Meena Sankranti in India can vary by country, state, institution, and local calendar. Check official holiday notices for your location.
Why is Meena Sankranti celebrated?: Sankranti observances encourage gratitude to Surya, discipline, and charity.
How is Meena Sankranti celebrated at home?: Bathe early and face the rising Sun Offer water with a copper vessel Chant Surya mantra and give charity
What are the regional names of Meena Sankranti?: Meena Sankranti is also associated with names or regional forms such as मीन संक्रांति.

Panchang Notes

Punya kala depends on the exact solar ingress for the city.

Dates · Next 5 Years

2026	March 15, 2026 (Sunday) — Meena Sankranti.

Useful Next Steps

Devotional Text · Mantra

Gayatri Mantra

The most sacred Vedic mantra. Invokes divine light and wisdom to illuminate the intellect. Chanted for spiritual upliftment, mental clarity and universal welfare.

Panchang · Confirm local timing

Daily Panchang

Check tithi, nakshatra, rahu kaal, sunrise, and daily ritual timing.

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Sources & References

Sanatana Journey Hindu Festival Calendar 2026

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