Kanya Sankranti

Bengali

Also known as: Kanya Sankranti

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Kanya Sankranti

About Kanya Sankranti

Kanya Sankranti marks the sun's transit into Virgo (Kanya Rashi) in mid-September. In Bengal, it is celebrated with rituals honouring the Earth Goddess and the transition into the autumn season.

The day is significant as it heralds the beginning of the Durga Puja season. Devotees perform ritual bathing and offer prayers to the Sun God for spiritual and material well-being.

In Bengal, Kanya Sankranti is associated with the preparation for Navratri and Durga Puja. The atmosphere begins to transform with the sound of dhak drums and the bustle of pandal preparations.

Traditional observances include fasting, temple visits, and the preparation of seasonal delicacies. The festival marks the shift from the monsoon to the autumn season.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

Devotees observe a fast and perform Sun worship.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:

Take an early morning ritual bath.
Offer prayers to the Sun God and Earth Goddess.
Begin preparations for Durga Puja.
Break the fast with a vegetarian meal.

Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the puja with traditional food.

Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps

Essential Puja Samagri:

Water for sun offeringFlowers and incenseRice and milk offeringsEarthen lampsFresh fruits

Puja Procedure:

Wake before sunrise and take a ritual bath.
Offer water and flowers to the rising sun.
Perform prayers for the Earth Goddess.
Light incense and earthen lamps.
Begin Durga Puja preparations.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How does Kanya Sankranti relate to Durga Puja?

Kanya Sankranti marks the beginning of the Durga Puja season. It heralds the arrival of Devi Paksha and the start of preparations for Bengal's grandest festival.

Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).

Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.