Public HolidayMajor
Makar Sankranti
मकर संक्रांति
Details
- Country
India- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- January 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Reduced Operations
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Harvest festival marking sun's transit into Capricorn. Kite flying, bonfires, and holy dips. Known as Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Lohri in Punjab.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Makar Sankranti a public holiday in India?
- Yes, Makar Sankranti is an official public holiday in India. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Makar Sankranti 2026?
- Makar Sankranti 2026 falls on January 14, 2026.
- What is Makar Sankranti called locally in India?
- Makar Sankranti is locally known as "मकर संक्रांति" in India.
Also Celebrated In
- मकर संक्रांति — IndiaJan 14, 2026