{"id":"f-73cd9b4b27-b3125552-6cef-5268-827e-f442ef7220b8","title":"Bhogi 2026 date: Know exact time, muhurat and rituals to celebrate Pongal","description":"Bhogi 2026 marks a moment of renewal, gratitude, and transition as communities prepare for Pongal. Observed with symbolic rituals and auspicious timing, the day reflects letting go of the old and welcoming positivity. Discover its deeper meaning and significance.","timestamp":1768280660,"category":"travel_and_lifestyle","headline":"Bhogi 2026 date: Know exact time, muhurat and rituals to celebrate Pongal","modifiedHeadline":"Bhogi 2026: Pongal Time and Rituals Explained","subCategories":["scid_d3a98dc5"],"region":"IN","bundleMetaData":{"bundleId":"7b48871c-c993-4956-b43d-6f46f8e1b036","bundleTitle":"Today In India","cardData":null},"iabCategoryId":"1KXCLD","fcSummary":"Bhogi, the first day of Pongal and Sankranti, is celebrated in South India as a festival of renewal. Observed on January 13, 2026, it involves discarding old items, lighting bonfires, and performing rituals for children's well-being. It marks the start of the harvest season.","summary":"Bhogi 2026: Embrace renewal as communities gear up for Pongal! Discover auspicious timings & rituals to welcome positivity, shedding the old.","ctaUrl":"https://trends.glance.com/newz/astrology/IN/en/news9/f-73cd9b4b27-b3125552-6cef-5268-827e-f442ef7220b8","sourceUrl":"https://www.news9live.com/lifestyle/spirituality/bhogi-date-2026-date-time-muhurat-and-rituals-2919083","bannerImage":"https://g-mob.glance-cdn.com/public/fc/image/6D73IkmhE7o0.webp","content":"

New Delhi: Bhogi, also known as Bhogi Pandigai, marks the first day of the four-day Pongal and Sankranti festival celebrated across South India. Observed

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mainly in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, Bhogi welcomes the harvest season and symbolises renewal, cleansing, and fresh beginnings.

The festival centres on letting go of the old, both materially and emotionally, to prepare for prosperity and positivity in the days ahead.\n

Bhogi 2026: Date and day

Bhogi Pandigai: Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Makar Sankranti / Thai Pongal: Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Sankranti Moment: Around 03:13 PM IST on 14 January 2026

Bhogi is always observed one day before Makar Sankranti, during the final phase of the Tamil month Margazhi.

Bhogi 2026: Time and muhurat

Bhogi does not depend on a strict muhurat like temple rituals, but certain parts of the day are traditionally considered favourable.

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Early Morning (Before Sunrise): Most auspicious time
Bhogi Mantalu (Bonfire): Lit before dawn
Rangoli and Home Decorations: Early morning hours
Daytime: Family rituals, sweets preparation, children’s ceremonies

All timings are followed according to the Panchang tradition, where a day begins and ends with sunrise.

Why Bhogi Pongal is celebrated

Bhogi marks:

The onset of the harvest season
A time to discard the old and welcome the new
Preparation for the auspicious Sankranti and Pongal days

The festival is closely associated with gratitude toward nature and the belief that renewal brings abundance.

Sacred rituals to follow on Bhogi Day

1. Bhogi Mantalu (Sacred bonfire)

The most important ritual of Bhogi is the early-morning bonfire known as Bhogi Mantalu.

Families wake up before dawn
Old wooden items, broken household objects, and unused belongings are offered to the fire
The bonfire symbolises burning away negativity and past burdens

The fire is believed to purify both the home and the mind.

2. Cleaning and discarding old items

Homes are cleaned thoroughly on Bhogi morning. Discarding unused items reflects the belief that prosperity enters a clean and uncluttered space.

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3. Bhogi Pallu ritual for children

In many Telugu households, Bhogi Pallu is performed for children aged three to six years.

Children are dressed in colourful traditional clothes
A mixture of Indian jujube (Regi Pallu), black gram, flower petals, jaggery, sugarcane pieces, and coins is gently showered on them

This ritual is believed to protect children from the evil eye and bless them with health, happiness, and long life.

4. Ariselu Adugulu

In some families, Ariselu Adugulu is observed.

Rice-based sweets called Ariselu are placed on the floor
Toddlers are encouraged to walk over them

The ritual symbolises a child’s growth, progress, and life milestones.

5. Rangoli and Kolam decoration

Bright rangolis or kolams are drawn outside homes early in the morning. Many localities organise rangoli competitions, adding colour and joy to the festival atmosphere.

6. Bommala Koluvu displays

Families set up Bommala Koluvu, arranging dolls and figurines on tiered platforms. This tradition reflects cultural heritage and devotion passed down through generations.

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7. Preparation and sharing of sweets

Special sweets are prepared in generous quantities and shared with family, neighbours, and friends, strengthening community bonds.

What to avoid doing on Bhogi

Avoid burning plastic, rubber, or chemical materials
Do not waste food or usable items
Avoid arguments and negativity
Refrain from unsafe fire practices

Bhogi encourages mindful celebration rather than excess.

Spiritual significance of Bhogi on Pongal

Bhogi represents the belief that new beginnings start with release. By letting go of what is old and unnecessary, people prepare themselves for clarity, growth, and abundance during the harvest season.

Bhogi 2026, observed on Tuesday, January 13, sets the tone for the Pongal and Sankranti festivities. Through simple rituals, early-morning bonfires, and meaningful family customs, Bhogi reminds people that renewal, gratitude, and togetherness are the foundation of prosperity.

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Written by: Tanya Singh, Astropatri.com. For feedback, please write to hello@astropatri.com.

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Bhogi 2026 date: Know exact time, muhurat and rituals to celebrate Pongal

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