Sankranti Mela
Monthly celebration marking the sun's transition through zodiac signs with special rituals and offerings
About Sankranti Mela
Sankranti marks the transition of the Sun from one zodiac sign to another, occurring twelve times a year. At Tara Tarini Temple, each Sankranti is celebrated with special rituals, extended darshan hours, and traditional offerings.
The Sankranti Mela attracts thousands of devotees who believe that performing pujas and making offerings on this auspicious day brings special blessings from the divine mothers. The transition of the sun is considered a spiritually significant moment for new beginnings and spiritual practices.
Among all Sankrantis, Makar Sankranti (January) holds special significance as it marks the beginning of Uttarayan - the northward journey of the sun. This day witnesses the highest footfall among monthly Sankrantis.

Quick Information
Frequency
Every Month
Duration
1-2 Days
Footfall
15,000+ visitors
Best Time
Early Morning
Sankranti Day Rituals
Pratah Snana
Sacred bath before visiting the temple
Surya Namaskar
Sun salutation and prayers
Special Darshan
Extended darshan with special decorations
Bhoga Offering
Special food offerings including traditional dishes
Sankranti Puja
Special prayers marking the sun's transition
Annual Sankranti Calendar
Makar Sankranti
Sun enters Capricorn - Major Sankranti
Magh Sankranti
Beginning of Magh month
Meen Sankranti
Sun enters Pisces
Mesh Sankranti
New Year in many regions
Brish Sankranti
Sun enters Taurus
Mithun Sankranti
Sun enters Gemini
Kark Sankranti
Beginning of Dakshinayan
Singha Sankranti
Sun enters Leo
Kanya Sankranti
Sun enters Virgo
Tula Sankranti
Sun enters Libra
Brischik Sankranti
Sun enters Scorpio
Dhanu Sankranti
Sun enters Sagittarius
Sankranti Day Timings
5:00 AM
Temple Opening
10:00 PM
Temple Closing
Extended
Darshan Hours