Makar Sankranti also called as Uttarayana or simply Sankranti is a festival that is commonly celebrated every year on January 14 or January 15 on a leap year. According to the Gregorian Calendar, it is a festival that is devoted to the deity Surya and is celebrated annually in the lunar month of Magha which corresponds with the month of January. It also marks the first day of the sun’s transit into Makara Rashi (Capricorn) which also indicates the end of the winter season.
Makar Sankranti is related to several names such as Lohri in Punjab, Magh Bihu in Assam, Maghi Saaji in Himachal Pradesh and Haryana, Magha Sankranti in Nepal, Makara Sangrand in Jammu, Makara Sankranti in Kerala, Mokor Sonkranti and Poush Sankranti in Goa, Karnataka, Maharashtra, West Bengal, and Odisha, Uttarayana in Gujrat, Peddha Panduga or Sankranthi in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, Khichidi Sankrantiin Uttar Pradesh, Pongal in Tamil Nadu, and many more
Makar Sankranti is celebrated with several social activities such as bonfires, kite flying, melas (fairs), colorful decorations, dances, and feasts. Several individuals observe this festival by visiting to bathe in the water or lakes of sacred rivers like Ganga in a ceremony of thanks to the Sun.
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The festivals of Andhra Pradesh reflect the state’s cultural, religious, and agricultural diversity. These celebrations not only provide a platform for the expression of religious fervor but also serve as a means to promote tourism and showcase the rich heritage of the region. The people of Andhra Pradesh continue to uphold these traditions, passing them down through generations, ensuring that the spirit of these festivals remains vibrant and integral to the state’s identity.
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The festivals of West Bengal serve as a testament to the state’s rich cultural heritage and religious diversity. They bring people from all walks of life together, fostering a sense of unity and camaraderie. Through vibrant rituals, age-old traditions, and spirited celebrations, these festivals continue to enrich the cultural tapestry of West Bengal, making it a land of joyous festivities and profound spiritual experiences.
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