What is Makar Sankranti Puja?
Makar Sankranti Puja is the harvest-festival worship of Surya on the day the Sun enters Makara (Capricorn): a morning bath, Surya puja with arghya, offerings of the new harvest and sesame-jaggery, and charity (daanam). It takes 1 to 1.5 hours with 1 pandit.
Makar Sankranti 2027 date
- Makar Sankranti 2027
- Friday, 15 January 2027the day the Sun enters Makara (Capricorn)
When is Makar Sankranti 2027? Makar Sankranti 2027 is on Friday, 15 January 2027 (the day the Sun enters Makara (Capricorn)).
The date is calculated by Rutviju’s panchang with the rule checked against Drik Panchang, for sunrise at Hyderabad. Your pandit confirms the exact muhurat for your home.
Makar Sankranti Puja in Navi Mumbai
Maharashtrian families exchange tilgul and women perform haldi-kumkum.
Vishnu temples in and around Navi Mumbai
- ISKCON Kharghar
- Balaji Mandir, Nerul
- Shri Sai Mandir, Vashi
Areas we cover in and around Navi Mumbai
Puja timings in Navi Mumbai this week
Navi Mumbai timings from Tue, 10 Nov. Avoid starting Makar Sankranti Puja in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 10 Nov | 06:42 AM | 06:01 PM | 03:11 PM – 04:36 PM | 11:59 AM – 12:44 PM |
| Wed, 11 Nov | 06:43 AM | 06:01 PM | 12:22 PM – 01:46 PM | 11:59 AM – 12:44 PM |
| Thu, 12 Nov | 06:43 AM | 06:00 PM | 01:47 PM – 03:11 PM | 11:59 AM – 12:44 PM |
| Fri, 13 Nov | 06:44 AM | 06:00 PM | 10:58 AM – 12:22 PM | 11:59 AM – 12:45 PM |
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:45 AM | 06:00 PM | 09:33 AM – 10:58 AM | 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:45 AM | 06:00 PM | 04:35 PM – 06:00 PM | 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:46 AM | 05:59 PM | 08:10 AM – 09:34 AM | 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Navi Mumbai
- Fri, 13 Nov
Vinayaka Chaturthi
- Fri, 20 Nov
Devutthana Ekadashi
- Sun, 22 Nov
Pradosh Vrat
- Tue, 24 Nov
Purnima
- Fri, 27 Nov
Sankashti Chaturthi
- Fri, 4 Dec
Utpanna Ekadashi
Makar Sankranti Puja price in Navi Mumbai and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Navi Mumbai (this page) | ₹2,100 | Marathi |
| Mumbai | ₹2,100 | Marathi |
| Thane | ₹2,100 | Marathi |
| Pune | ₹2,100 | Marathi |
Frequently asked questions
When is Makar Sankranti 2027?
Makar Sankranti 2027 is on Friday, 15 January 2027 (the day the Sun enters Makara (Capricorn)).
How do I book a pandit for Makar Sankranti 2027 in Navi Mumbai?
Open the Makar Sankranti Puja booking page, choose a verified pandit and a time on Friday, 15 January 2027, and pay online — or send your details on WhatsApp and Rutviju arranges a pandit. Book early: festival slots fill fast.
How much does Makar Sankranti Puja cost in Navi Mumbai?
Expect to pay from ₹2,100 in Navi Mumbai — that is the pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. Navi Mumbai is charged the base price, with no area surcharge. Booking and platform fees and 18% GST are added at checkout, and nothing is charged until you confirm the bill.
Can I book a Marathi-speaking pandit for Makar Sankranti Puja in Navi Mumbai?
Yes. Each pandit’s languages are listed on their profile, so you can choose one who follows your family’s tradition; mantras are in Sanskrit.
Which areas of Navi Mumbai do you cover?
Most of Navi Mumbai — for example Vashi, Nerul, Kharghar, Belapur, Sanpada and Panvel. You’ll see the free slots for your address when you book.