Hindu FestivalsDhanu Sankranti
Dhanu Sankranti
Dhanu Sankranti is an important religious observance celebrated with traditions that reflect faith, community, heritage, and shared cultural identity.
Date16 Dec 2026
Duration1 day
MuhuratTo be announced
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About Dhanu Sankranti
Dhanu Sankranti is observed according to its religious or regional calendar. Devotees and communities may mark it with worship, fasting, processions, music, food, charity, family gatherings, or cultural programmes. Customs and exact timings can differ by location and tradition.
CategoryHindu Festivals
TraditionHindu
Festival typeReligious Observance
Observed inIndia
Published festival timing
Date, Day and Muhurat
December162026
Wednesday
16 December 2026, Wednesday
Muhurat will be updated when published
2026 date for New Delhi, India; lunar dates can vary by location and local panchang.
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When is Dhanu Sankranti?+
Dhanu Sankranti is observed on 16 December 2026, Wednesday.
Why is Dhanu Sankranti celebrated?+
Dhanu Sankranti is an important religious observance celebrated with traditions that reflect faith, community, heritage, and shared cultural identity.
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