Makar Sankranti – Northern States Festivities in Full Swing
Makar Sankranti – usually celebrated during 14 th January every year is the festival which heralds the arrival of spring and the new harvest season for farmers in India. It holds an astrological significance too and as it is one of the few Indian festivals that is celebrated on a particular date as per the Gregorian calendar. India , synonymous for its festivals and their celebrations, celebrates Makar Sankranti in various parts of the country with few regional variations in terms of rituals and traditions followed. From Punjab to Chhattisgarh, to Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Gujarat, WestBengal, and the North-eastern states, this festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm. Take a look at some of the states in Northern Indian and get to know their rituals and traditions specific to this festival. Assam : In Assam the festival is celebrated as MaghBihu or BhogaliBihu. Since it is the harvest festival, granaries are full and during nights they prepare food and enjoy lot...
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