Makar Sankranti is a significant festival celebrated in Vedic culture. It marks the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makar Rashi). This auspicious day is observed on January 14th every year.

Makar Sankranti holds great spiritual and cultural importance. It signifies the end of the winter solstice and the beginning of longer days, symbolizing the arrival of warmer weather and the harvest season. It is a time of gratitude and thanksgiving for the abundance of nature.

This festival is also associated with various religious beliefs and practices. Devotees take holy dips in sacred rivers like the Ganges, Yamuna, and Godavari, offering prayers to the sun god. It is believed that bathing in these rivers on Makar Sankranti purifies one’s sins and brings spiritual upliftment.

The festival is celebrated with enthusiasm and joy. People exchange til (sesame) and jaggery sweets, symbolizing unity and the sweetness of relationships. Kite flying is a popular tradition during Makar Sankranti, representing the freedom of the soul and the eradication of negativity.

Prasadam distribution is an integral part of ISKCON’s culture. Prasadam distribution during festivals is a way to share the mercy of the Lord with everyone. It is specially offered as prasadam and distributed to devotees and guests during Makar Sankranti.

The act of distributing prasadam is considered an act of charity and a means to spiritually nourish individuals. It is an opportunity to offer the mercy of the Lord to all, regardless of their background or social status.

Please come forward and donate generously for performance of ANNA Seva for the devotees, guests visiting temple and also to devotees in tribal areas on this auspicious occasion and invite the blessings of the Lord and His devotees.