Kharmas Begins Today, Know Till When Auspicious Works Will Be Restricted

Meen Sankranti 2025: Meen Sankranti is today. When the Sun enters Pisces, Kharmas begins. Know what to do and avoid during Kharmas, and when it will end. Get all the details here.

By : ABP Live | Updated at : 14 Mar 2025 04:17 PM (IST)

Meen Sankranti 2025: On Holi, March 14, a lunar eclipse will occur along with the Sun's zodiac transition. The Sun will enter Pisces, ruled by Jupiter. As soon as the Sun transits into Pisces, Kharmas will begin. Kharmas is considered inauspicious for auspicious ceremonies.

During Kharmas, major events like weddings are avoided, but it holds special significance for religious rituals like worship, chanting, and Sun devotion. Find out the date of Meen Sankranti and the duration of Kharmas here.

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Meen Sankranti 2025 Date

Meen Sankranti falls on March 14, 2025. On this day, the Sun will enter the Pisces zodiac at 6:59 PM, marking the beginning of Kharmas, which will end on April 13, 2025, when the Sun moves into Aries.

Auspicious Timings for Meen Sankranti

Punya Kaal (Auspicious Period): 12:29 PM – 6:27 PM
Maha Punya Kaal (Highly Auspicious Period): 4:28 PM – 6:27 PM

What To Do On Meen Sankranti?

On the day of Surya Sankranti, scriptures mention performing Shraddha for the satisfaction of ancestors. The merit gained from bathing and charity on this day is believed to be everlasting.
On this day, offer Arghya to the Sun at sunrise. Mix red sandalwood, flowers, and rice in water, then stand in the same place and circumambulate. Chant "Om Ghrini Surya Adityaya Namah" while offering Arghya and bow in reverence. Ensure the Arghya water does not fall on the ground; use a copper vessel for offering.
Light a mustard oil lamp while worshipping Lord Hanuman and recite the Hanuman Chalisa and Sundarkand. Offer Durva grass to Lord Ganesha and chant "Shri Ganeshaya Namah" while lighting incense and a lamp.
On Meen Sankranti, Lakshmi Jayanti is also observed. Chant Goddess Lakshmi’s mantra "Om Shreem Hreem Kleem Shri Siddha Lakshmyai Namah" 108 times for prosperity and financial growth.

Why Are Auspicious Works Not Performed?

When the Sun enters Pisces, both the Sun and Jupiter become weak. Due to this, there are no auspicious timings for rituals like marriage during Kharmas. Instead, Sun worship, mantra chanting, charity, and river bathing are observed.

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