Ratha Saptami 2025: Meaning and Dates
Sun God`s Day
Ratha Saptami honors Surya, the Sun God, the source of light and life.
Auspicious Timing
Celebrated on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha in the Magha month (usually January / February).
2025 Date
Ratha Saptami falls on Tuesday, February 4th, in 2025.
Spiritual Significance
The date marks the sun`s northward journey, symbolising positive change and new beginnings.
Rituals and Practices
Includes holy baths before sunrise, Surya Namaskar, offering prayers, fasting, and charity.
Regional Celebrations
Observed across India, grand festivities take place in Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Odisha. Srikakulam in Andhra Pradesh celebrates it as a state festival.
Seeking Blessings
Devotees seek health, wisdom, prosperity, and protection from negative energies through Surya`s worship.