Chhath Puja
A four-day festival dedicated to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya, primarily celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Eastern UP.
Sun worship
Makar Sankranti
A harvest festival marking the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn. Celebrated with kite flying, bonfires, and special foods.
Pana Sankranti
Odia New Year celebrated in Odisha, marking the sun's transition into Aries. Special drinks made of fruit and herbs are prepared.
Pongal
A four-day harvest festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu, thanking the Sun God for agricultural abundance.
Ratha Saptami
Also known as Surya Jayanti, celebrating the birth of the Sun God. Devotees take ritual baths at sunrise.