Pana Sankranti
14 April 2026 · The Odia New Year. A special drink called Pana is offered to the deities and distributed to devotees to mark the peak of summer.
About This Event
Festival overview
Pana Sankranti marks the Odia New Year and the beginning of the solar month of Mesha. On this day, a special cooling drink called Pana — made from raw mango, jaggery, milk, black pepper, and water — is prepared, offered to the deities, and distributed to all devotees. It is a time of renewal, celebration, and community gathering.
Date
14 April 2026
Location
Shree Jagannatha Temple Sydney, Unit 29/5 Gladstone Rd, Castle Hill NSW 2154
Event timings
Detailed timings will be announced soon.
Schedule
