Kanya Sankranti
OdiaAlso known as: Kanya Sankranti
Kanya Sankranti
About Kanya Sankranti
Kanya Sankranti marks the sun's transit into Virgo in mid-September. In Odisha, it is celebrated with rituals honouring the Earth Goddess and the transition into autumn.
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.
In Odisha, Kanya Sankranti is associated with the preparation for Navratri and Durga Puja. The atmosphere begins to transform.
The festival marks the shift from monsoon to autumn, with traditional observances including fasting and temple visits.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe a fast and perform Sun worship.
- 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
- Wake before sunrise and take a ritual bath.
- Offer water and flowers to the rising sun.
- Perform prayers for the Earth Goddess.
- Begin Durga Puja preparations.
- Distribute prasad among family.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Kanya Sankranti marks the beginning of the Durga Puja season, heralding the arrival of Devi Paksha.
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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