Bichha Sankranti
OdiaAlso known as: Vrishchika Sankranti
Bichha Sankranti
About Bichha Sankranti
Bichha Sankranti marks the sun's transit into Scorpio in mid-November. In Odisha, it is celebrated with traditional rituals and prayers.
The day is associated with the worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Kali. Devotees perform ritual bathing and offer prayers for spiritual well-being.
In Odisha, Bichha Sankranti coincides with the post-Durga Puja period and is observed with traditional feasts.
The festival marks the deepening of autumn and the approach of winter.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe a fast and perform Sun worship.
- Take an early morning ritual bath.
- Offer prayers to the Sun God.
- Visit temples for special prayers.
- Break the fast with prasad.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the puja with traditional food.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Wake before sunrise and take a ritual bath.
- Offer water and flowers to the rising sun.
- Visit temples and offer prayers.
- Light incense and earthen lamps.
- Distribute prasad among family.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It marks the sun's transit into Scorpio in mid-November, celebrated with traditional rituals in Odisha.
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.
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