Makar Sankranti 2026: The festival of Makar Sankranti is celebrated across India. On this day, the Sun God enters the Capricorn zodiac sign, marking the beginning of Uttarayan (the northward movement of the sun). This means the sun's movement shifts from south to north. This festival is celebrated with different traditions in various states of India. The celebration of Makar Sankranti in Maharashtra is particularly unique. Here, people wear black clothes on this day, even though black is generally considered inauspicious in Hindu customs. This raises the question: why is black considered auspicious on Makar Sankranti? Let's understand the reasons behind this.

What do religious beliefs say?
According to religious beliefs, on the day of Makar Sankranti, the Sun God enters the zodiac sign of Capricorn, which is ruled by his son, Shani Dev (Saturn). It is believed that on this occasion, the Sun accepted Shani Dev, and their relationship became harmonious. Black is considered Shani Dev's favorite color, so black clothes are worn on this day to please him.

It is believed that wearing black clothes on Makar Sankranti brings special blessings from Shani Dev. This is why women in Maharashtra wear black sarees or other black garments, while men wear black kurtas, pajamas, or shirts.

Why is black not worn on other festivals?

Generally, in Hindu tradition, black is associated with negative energy, so it is avoided during weddings, pujas, and other auspicious occasions. However, on Makar Sankranti, due to the significance of Shani Dev and reasons related to the season, black is considered auspicious. This tradition has been followed in Maharashtra for centuries, and people continue to observe it with great devotion.

Yellow is also considered auspicious.

On Makar Sankranti, not only black but also yellow is considered auspicious. Wearing yellow clothes and consuming yellow-colored foods, such as khichdi, is also considered auspicious. Yellow is a symbol of prosperity, energy, and positivity.

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