Pana Sankranti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti 2026
Tuesday, 14 April 2026Public Holiday
2026 celebration (passed)
Tuesday, 14 April 2026
See 2027 date below.
Names in regional scripts
About Pana Sankranti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti
Odia New Year — first day of the Vilayati year. Families prepare and distribute "pana" (a sweet drink of jaggery, water, fruit, and cheese) which gives the festival its name. Tulasi Chaura is bathed; Hanuman Jayanti coincides in many years.
Tithi: Solar — sun enters Aries (Mesha) / Baisakha 1 · Type: major · Fasting: Not central to this festival
Pana Sankranti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 14 Apr | Monday |
| 2026This year | 14 Apr | Tuesday |
| 2027 | 14 Apr | Wednesday |
| 2028 | 14 Apr | Friday |
| 2029 | 14 Apr | Saturday |
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Frequently asked questions
When is Pana Sankranti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti 2026?
Pana Sankranti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti 2026 falls on Tuesday, 14 April 2026. Solar — sun enters Aries (Mesha) / Baisakha 1
What is the significance of Pana Sankranti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti?
Odia New Year — first day of the Vilayati year. Families prepare and distribute "pana" (a sweet drink of jaggery, water, fruit, and cheese) which gives the festival its name. Tulasi Chaura is bathed; Hanuman Jayanti coincides in many years.
Is Pana Sankranti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti a public holiday?
Yes, Pana Sankranti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti is observed as a gazetted public holiday in India. Most government offices, banks, and many private businesses remain closed.
Do you fast on Pana Sankranti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti?
Fasting is not the central ritual of Pana Sankranti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti. The day is celebrated with feasts, prayers, and family gatherings.
When will Pana Sankranti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti be celebrated next year (2027)?
Pana Sankranti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti 2027 will be celebrated on Wednesday, 14 April 2027.
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