Vrishchika Sankranti 2025 – Date, Rituals, Significance, and How to Celebrate Spiritually
Vrishchika Sankranti marks the Sun’s entry into Scorpio (Vrishchika Rashi) in the Hindu solar calendar. It is a powerful astronomical event where spiritual seekers engage in acts of purification, introspection, and charity. The transition into Scorpio—ruled by Mars—ushers in a time for inner transformation, karmic cleansing, and silent spiritual growth.
In 2025, Vrishchika Sankranti will be observed on Sunday, 16th November 2025.
Vrishchika Sankranti 2025 – Date and Auspicious Timings
- Sankranti Moment: 3:29 AM IST, 16 November 2025
- Punya Kaal (Good time for snan and daan): From sunrise till 1:00 PM IST
- Mahapunya Kaal (Highly auspicious): From sunrise to 8:30 AM IST
Spiritual Significance of Vrishchika Sankranti
- The Scorpio transit triggers deep emotional and karmic reflection.
- It symbolizes a shift from outer worldly action to inner purification and truth-seeking.
- The day is ideal for snan (holy bathing), daan (charity), and connecting with Surya Dev (Sun God) through mantras and prayer.
- Devotees also begin new vrats, spiritual resolutions, and offer gratitude for protection and clarity.
Rituals to Perform on Vrishchika Sankranti
1. Snan (Spiritual Bath)
- Wake early and bathe before sunrise using water infused with tulsi, sesame seeds, or Ganga jal.
- This ritual is believed to wash away sins and blockages.
2. Daan (Charity and Offerings)
Donate any of the following to Brahmins, cows, or the needy:
- Black sesame seeds
- Jaggery
- Mustard oil
- Woollen clothes or blankets
- Cooked satvik food or raw grains
3. Surya Arghya and Mantras
- Offer water to the Sun with a copper kalash while chanting:
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4. Lighting Deepam
- Light a til (sesame oil) lamp at your altar, Tulsi plant, or near a Surya image.
5. Optional Pujas
- Surya Shanti Homam, Navagraha Archana, or a simple home puja for spiritual peace.
Cultural Observance Across Regions
- South India: Important for ancestor prayers, pitru tarpanam, and daanam.
- Odisha, Bengal, Bihar: Devotees perform holy river bathing and chant Surya mantras.
- Temples: Offer special morning aartis to Surya Bhagwan in many solar temples.
- Homes: People begin Margashirsha month vrats, Tulsi Puja, or Gita recitations after this day.
Astrological Insight
- The Sun in Scorpio increases emotional sensitivity and inner awareness.
- It’s a perfect time to let go of grudges, past karmas, and emotional clutter.
- Avoid conflict; focus on meditation, seva, and gentle self-discipline.
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