Beyond Gujarat, UP: 7 States to Experience Makar Sankranti's Diverse Celebrations

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News18•10-01-2026, 08:00
Beyond Gujarat, UP: 7 States to Experience Makar Sankranti's Diverse Celebrations
- •Makar Sankranti, known as Uttarayana, marks the sun's northward journey and is celebrated with diverse traditions across India.
- •Gujarat hosts the vibrant Uttarayan Kite Festival in Ahmedabad and spiritual dips at Ganga Sagar.
- •Tamil Nadu celebrates as Pongal, a four-day harvest festival with kolams, sweet pongal, and cultural rituals.
- •Punjab's Lohri celebrations include bonfires, folk songs, bhangra, giddha, and traditional snacks.
- •Uttar Pradesh sees pilgrims gather at Prayagraj's Triveni Sangam for holy dips and the Magh Mela.
- •West Bengal's Ganga Sagar Mela attracts millions for sacred dips and visits to Kapil Muni Temple.
- •Assam celebrates Magh Bihu with community feasts, bonfires, folk performances, and prayers.
Why It Matters: Explore India's rich cultural tapestry by celebrating Makar Sankranti in these 7 diverse states.
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