Dhanu Sankranti 2025 : Importance, Puja Vidhi And Astrological Effects

According to the Hindu calendar, when the Sun enters the Sagittarius zodiac from Scorpio, it is called Dhanu Sankranti. This Sankranti is considered especially important for the worship of Lord Sun and Lord Vishnu. It is believed that worshiping, bathing and donating on this day destroys sins and leads to the attainment of virtue. Dhanu Sankranti holds special significance in South India and East India. It is also called the beginning of Dhanu month. In this month, special rituals are performed in temples and devotees worship Lord Vishnu.

Religious activities and traditions

• After bathing in the morning, offer water to the Sun God.
• Worship Lord Vishnu and light a lamp on the Tulsi plant.
• Donate food, clothes and dakshina to the poor and Brahmins.
• Bathing in holy rivers has special significance.

Astrological significance

The entry of the Sun in Sagittarius strengthens religion, spirituality and justice. This period is associated with the influence of Jupiter and strengthens the faith and religiosity of a person. Dhanu Sankranti is an important festival from both religious and astrological point of view. Donations and worship done on this day provide happiness, prosperity and religious strength to a person's life.