Mesh Sankranti (Solar New Year) date and observance details are computed from the BDA Panchang festival endpoint for India standard Panchang reference.
- Main date
- Tuesday, 14 April 2026
- Category
- Sankranti
- Deity or focus
- Surya
Sun enters sidereal Aries (~14 Apr). Solar new year. Baisakhi, Vishu, Tamil Puthandu.
Observed dates in 2026
- Tuesday, 14 April 2026 - Sun enters sidereal Aries at 2026-04-14T09:32:39.548408+05:30.
Computed muhurat windows
| Date | Window | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 14 Apr 2026 | Punya Kaal | 3:08 am - 3:56 pm |
| 14 Apr 2026 | Sankranti Moment | 9:32 am - 9:32 am |
सामान्य प्रश्न · FAQ
When is Mesh Sankranti (Solar New Year) in 2026?
Mesh Sankranti (Solar New Year) 2026 falls on Tuesday, 14 April 2026 (India Panchang reference, Lahiri).
Which deity is Mesh Sankranti (Solar New Year) dedicated to?
Mesh Sankranti (Solar New Year) is observed for Surya.
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