Last Update: January 13, 2023, 06:30 IST
This year Uttarayan festival is falling on Sunday, January 15.
Uttarayan 2023: It is a two-day festival, the first day is called Uttarayan, and the next day is called Vasi Uttarayan
Happy Uttarayan 2023: In Sanskrit, the word ‘uttara’ means north, and ‘ayana’ means movement. Thus Uttarayan refers to the movement of the Sun towards the Northern Hemisphere. The term Uttarayan is used by the Gujarati community to refer to Makar Sankranti. Along with the holy worship, people fly kites to mark the special day.
It is a two-day festival, the first day is called Uttarayan, and the next day is called Vasi Uttarayan. It is also believed that this day brings moksha or salvation for the deceased. Here is everything you need to know about the festival.
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Uttarayan Punya Kaal: Start and End Time
This year, the Uttarayan festival is falling on Sunday, January 15. Punya Kaal, which means the auspicious time for worship and holy bath will start at 7.15 am. Drik Panchang tells that Uttarayan Sankranti Muhurta is starting on January 14 at 8.57 pm. At the same time, Makar Sankranti will be celebrated on 15 January.
Uttarayan Puja Vidhi
Dharba grass is used during the worship of Uttarayan, which is cut into six pieces each 4 inches long. Each piece should be kept straight on a plate and decorated with flowers by applying a paste of sandalwood powder. Coins should be placed on the top, bottom and middle part of the grass.
A paste of white rice flour and sesame oil should be mixed with a splash of water on the palm of the right hand. Then it should be poured on Dharba grass and coins. Once done, the devotee can use the coin or throw it in a water body.
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