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What is the shubh muhurat for Lohri 2026?
The shubh muhurat for Lohri 2026 is 06:12 PM - 09:30 PM on Tuesday, 13 January 2026. The tithi runs from 12:00 AM on Jan 13 to 12:00 AM on Jan 13.
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What is Lohri 2026?
A harvest festival celebrated primarily in Punjab.
Significance of Lohri 2026
Lohri 2026 marks the warmth of community and the harvest season. It honors the Sun’s return as days grow longer and crops ripen. The bonfire symbolizes purification, gratitude, and new beginnings. Families and neighbors share joy, sing folk songs, and toss til (sesame seeds), gur (jaggery), and puffed snacks into the flames. Children dance to energetic rhythms as elders tell stories, and homes glow with lamps and laughter. 🔥🌾🙏🎶👨👩👧👦
Lohri 2026 Date, Muhurat and Timing
| Tithi | Corresponding values |
|---|---|
| Tithi | Magha Shukla Paksha Pratipada |
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu |
| Sunrise | 07:15 AM |
| Sunset | 05:40 PM |
| Auspicious Timing | Bonfire at dusk; puja after sunset |
| Date | 13 January 2026 |
Traditions & Rituals of Lohri 2026
- Lighting a large bonfire at home or in a community space and circling it with family. 🔥👨👩👧👦
- Tossing til (sesame seeds), gur (jaggery), peanuts, puffed rice, and rewri into the flames as offerings. 🌾🍬🥜
- Singing folk songs like Sundar Mundriye and dancing bhangra or gidda around the fire. 🎶💃
- Sharing prasad with neighbors, exchanging greetings, and wearing warm clothes to stay cozy in winter. 🧣🧥🤝
Remedies to Perform on Lohri 2026
- Action: Light a bright bonfire and toss til, gur, and peanuts into the flames.
Benefit: Invokes warmth, prosperity, and positive energy for the family. - Action: Offer a small prayer to ancestors and distribute til gur prasad among neighbors.
Benefit: Fosters gratitude, harmony, and communal blessing. - Action: Keep the home clean and burn only natural materials in the fire.
Benefit: Purifies the space and invites fresh start and clarity.
Mantras & Chants on Lohri 2026
- Om Surya Namaha — Significance: Invokes the Sun’s energy for warmth, vitality, and growth.
- Om Agni Devaaya Namaha — Significance: Purifies the home fire and invites blessings of abundance.
Fasting Rules & Food Guidelines on Lohri 2026
- If you observe a vrat, keep a light meal before noon and stay hydrated with warm fluids like tea or milk.
- In prasad, include sesame seeds, jaggery, peanuts, sesame laddoos, and seasonal fruits for energy and sweetness.
- Break the fast after sunset with a simple, balanced meal such as warm millet, oats, milk, and fruit.
Dos and Don’ts on Lohri 2026
Do’s
- Light the bonfire in a safe, open space and supervise children around it. 🔥👶
- Share til, gur, rewri, and other prasad with neighbors to spread joy. 🥜🍬🤝
- Sing regional Lohri songs and dance with family to celebrate together. 🎶💃
Don’ts
- Do not leave the bonfire unattended or let it spread to dry areas. 🚫🔥
- Do not burn plastics or synthetic waste in the fire. ♻️🚫
- Do not waste food; collect leftovers and keep the area clean. 🍽️🧼
"Om Hreem Sun God Agniayai Namah"
Invokes the protective grace of Sun God Agni and clarity of mind.
Which festivals fall in 2026?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the origin or legend behind Lohri 2026?
Lohri originated as a Punjabi agrarian festival that marks the end of winter and the harvest of the rabi crops, celebrated with a bonfire to honor the Sun (Surya) and the warmth it brings. A popular folk legend connects Lohri with the 16th-century Punjabi hero Dulla Bhatti, who is said to have protected and helped girls in need, a tale recited around the fire. Thus the festival holds historical and cultural significance as a time of gratitude, warmth, and new beginnings.
How is the Lohri 2026 puja performed during the festival?
A bonfire is lit and families offer sesame seeds (til), jaggery (gur), peanuts and popcorn to the fire, while reciting traditional chants; some households observe a brief fast or perform prayers before the fire.
Why is Lohri 2026 celebrated on different dates across regions?
Lohri's date and timing depend on the local Panchang—tithi, nakshatra and muhurat—so some regions celebrate on Jan 13, while others observe Jan 14 based on lunar calculations.