Updated Feb 17, 2021 | 07:39 IST Ratha Saptami is celebrated on the seventh day (Saptami Tithi) of Magha, Shukla Paksha (brighter phase of the Lunar cycle). Read on to know the Ratha Saptami 2021 date and significance. Ratha Saptami 2021 date and significance Key Highlights It is believed to be the birth anniversary of Surya Bhagwan (the Sun God) Ratha Saptami is also known as Arogya Saptami or Surya Jayanti Among the myriad festivals celebrated in the Hindu month of Magha, the Ratha Saptami, also referred to as Arogya Saptami, finds a special mentioned. Sometimes, even known as Achala Saptami, the Ratha Saptami day is dedicated to Surya Bhagwan (the Sun God). As it is evident from the name, the festival is celebrated on the seventh day (Saptami Tithi) of Magha, Shukla Paksha (brighter phase of the Lunar cycle). Read on to know the Ratha Saptami 2021 date and significance.