Metam Sankramam
MalayalamAlso known as: Medam 1
Metam Sankramam
About Metam Sankramam
Metam Sankramam marks the sun's entry into the zodiac sign of Aries (Mesha) in the Malayalam calendar. It is considered auspicious for holy bathing, charity, and spiritual practices.
Devotees take early morning dips in rivers and ponds, offering prayers to the Sun God for health and prosperity.
Special pujas are performed at temples, and families share traditional meals to mark the solar transition.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees take holy baths and observe light fasting for the solar transition.
- Wake up before dawn and take a holy bath.
- Offer prayers to the Sun God with water and flowers.
- Begin new ventures and construction work.
- Share festive meals with family.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the morning puja and holy bath.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Take a holy bath before sunrise.
- Offer water to the rising Sun.
- Perform Vishnu puja with flowers and incense.
- Share prasad with family members.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It marks the sun's entry into Aries (Mesha) and marks the beginning of a new solar month.
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.
Recommended Pages
Comprehensive annual Hindu calendar with tithis and festivals.
Detailed month-wise view of lunar tithis and celestial events.
Marathi Panchang and festive dates for the year.
Gujarati Vikram Samvat calendar and festivals.
Telugu calendar and festive Panchangam details.
Tamil solar calendar dates and monthly Panchangam.