When the Sun God enters from one zodiac sign to another, it is called Sankranti. According to the Hindu calendar, 12 Sankrantis are celebrated every year. When the Sun God enters the Virgo zodiac sign, it is called Kanya Sankranti. Kanya Sankranti has special significance. According to religious beliefs, on this day people take bath, make donations and do special worship for the peace of the souls of their ancestors. Lord Vishwakarma’s birthday is also celebrated on the day of Kanya Sankranti. Every Sankranti has its own significance. Kanya Sankranti is also special in itself. Kanya Sankranti is celebrated especially in the states of West Bengal and Odisha. It is believed that if the Sun God is worshipped with full rituals on the day of Kanya Sankranti, then all the troubles of life go away.
Special worship is done of Lord Surya
On Kanya Sankranti, special prayers are offered to the Sun God. It is believed that those who are blessed by the Sun God achieve success in every field and gain fame in society. They are blessed with good health.
Do this work-
One must definitely do charity on the day of Kanya Sankranti. Respect the elders and serve them. It is auspicious to help the needy on the day of Sankranti. It is believed that by worshipping with rituals on the day of Kanya Sankranti, all the troubles of life are removed.
Special importance of worship of Lord Vishwakarma-
Lord Vishwakarma’s birthday is celebrated on the day of Kanya Sankranti. Worshiping Lord Vishwakarma on this day increases work area and efficiency. Wealth and prosperity are attained. On the day of Kanya Sankranti, do charity, worship and rituals for ancestors with devotion.