Ballia's Khichdi Tradition: A Tale of Love, Family, and Makar Sankranti Sweetness

• Kamala Chaturvedi, 80, from Bhrigu Ashram, Ballia, shares her emotional connection to the Makar Sankranti 'khichdi' tradition.
• The tradition involves daughters receiving khichdi, sweets, and other items from their parental home, symbolizing enduring family bonds.
• Kamala recounts how Teej and Makar Sankranti were rare opportunities to meet her family in an era before mobile phones.
• Despite losing her brothers and sister-in-law, the tradition continues, with nephews Raghav Mishra and Vinayak Mishra now carrying it forward.
• The 'khichdi' tradition in Ballia emphasizes that festivals are a powerful means of connecting hearts and preserving relationships.

Why It Matters: Ballia's Makar Sankranti 'khichdi' tradition beautifully symbolizes enduring family love and connection across generations.