Happy Makar Sankranti

Introduction?

Makar Sankranti, which is also known as Uttarayan and a festival of kites is a cheerful festival with full of life celebrated in India with great enthusiasm. This auspicious occasion marks the end of winter solstice and the beginning of warmer days.??

The festival is celebrated with traditions and customs which includes flying of kites, feasting on traditional sweets like sesame and jaggery-based delicacies (Tilgul) and also participating in the community gatherings.?

History and Significance??

Makar Sankranti marks the beginning of sun’s journey towards north has a rich history rooted in hindu traditions and also has a spiritual significance across the country, which signifies the harvest season.??

In this season farmers express gratitude for a bountiful harvest and praying for prosperity in the next upcoming season. On this day once in 12 years Kumbh Mela is organised. Hindus also take a holy dip on this day in Ganga or Yamuna rivers during this time.?

Makar Sankranti reflects the Unity and Diversity of India, as it is celebrated in different states with different rituals, thus adding to India’s cultural heritage.?

Regional Variations of Makar Sankranti across India??

Few examples of Makar Sankranti celebrated in different regions are?

• In Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar Kumbh Mela is organised, a major pilgrimage and festival which occurs every 12 years.?
• In Gujrat the festival is celebrated as Uttrayan. At this time The International Kite Festival is a major attraction, where people fly kites of various colours and designs.?
• In Tamil Nadu, the festival is celebrated as Pongal. It is a celebration of Newly harvested Rice. A Special dish named Pongal is made with the harvested rice.?
• In Andhra Pradesh and Teleangana the festival is celebrated as Sankranti. The fisrt day of Festival is known as Bhogi which involves Bonfire of old and unwanted Items.?
• In Punjab, the festival is known as Maghi. Sikhs celebrate it with great fervor, and people take dips in the holy rivers.?
• In Maharashtra, the festival is celebrated as Makar Sankrant. People exchange tilgul (sweets made from sesame seeds and jaggery) and say the phrase "Tilgul ghya, god god bola," which means "Take tilgul and speak sweet words.?

There are many more regional variations and traditions associated with this festival in India.?

Conclusion

Makar Sankranti is a festival that transcends regional boundaries, bringing people together to celebrate the beauty of nature, the richness of traditions, and the promise of a brighter future.?

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