
Relationship between Makar Sankranti and Ratha Saptami festivals
Makar Sankranti and Ratha Saptami, two pivotal Hindu festivals, celebrate significant solar transitions. While Makar Sankranti marks the sun’s entry into Capricorn and heralds the harvest season, Ratha Saptami honors Lord Surya’s northward chariot ride, symbolizing increased daylight. Both festivals emphasize purification rituals and agricultural prosperity.