Suryanarayan Kirnotsav is observed in Paush month. This is
an important ritual and festival at the Surya Narayan Mandir (Sun Temple) at Narayan
Chincholi in Pandharpur. The shrine is located around 51 km from Solapur in
Maharashtra. Suryanarayan Kirnotsav 2024 date is December 31.
This important puja dedicated to Lord Surya at the shrine
attracts hundreds of devotees. The festival is observed during the same fortnight
as Makar Sankranti.
Important rituals and pujas are performed on the day for
peace and prosperity of the region. People having skin diseases offer prayers
on the day for relief.
Suryanarayan Kirnotsav at Narayan Chincholi is observed on
Paush Shukla Paksha Pratipada tithi or the first day during the waxing phase of
moon in Paush month as per traditional Hindu lunar calendar followed in Maharashtra.