Makar Sankranti is referred to as one of the most significant festivals of the agro-based country - India. Food plays a major role during Makar Sankranti.
Makar Sankranti 2021: Date, time, rituals and why it is celebrated - Makar Sankranti denotes the entry of sun into zodiac sign of Makara (Capricorn) as it travels on its celestial path and celebrates the harvest season.
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Makar Sankranti or Uttarayan marks the end of winters as the brighter days began to approach closer. This happens as the sun begins to move towards the Northern Hemisphere.
Apart from the deity Surya, Lord Vishnu, Goddess Laxmi and Lord Ganesh are also traditionally worshipped on this auspicious occasion.
Makar Sankranti is observed as one of the most joyous days of the year. People all around the country fly kites, do Surya Poojan near the river and in the water, eat and distribute Til Chikki, Singdana chikki, mamra chiki and many more delicious sweets. Khichdi has a special significance on Makar Sankranti, people all across the country make Khichdi and distribute among their loved ones.
When Is Makar Sankranti 2021? Celebrate With 6 Festive Recipes From 6 States
When Is Makar Sankranti 2021? Celebrate With 6 Festive Recipes From 6 States
On Makar Sankranti people around the country celebrate in myriad ways, some fly kites, some make special sweets. Here are six festive recipes from states that you may enjoy.
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Makar Sankranti is celebrated in many different ways
Food plays a crucial role in Sankranti celebrations
The year has just begun and India has started gearing up for the first few festivals on the calendar already. This is a particularly auspicious time for Indians, as they begin to celebrate their harvest. Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Bihu are all dedicated to the special change in season and the sun s movement. Makar Sankranti marks the first day of the sun s transit into Makara Rashi (Capricorn), marking the end of the month with the winter solstice, which also marks the beginning of longer and slightly warmer days. Makar Sankranti is