{"id":550,"date":"2025-01-14T07:49:16","date_gmt":"2025-01-14T07:49:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=550"},"modified":"2025-10-28T17:19:49","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T11:49:49","slug":"makar-sankranti-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/makar-sankranti-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Makar Sankranti 2025 Celebrating India\u2019s Harvest Festival with Joy and Unity"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/makar-sankranti-2025\/#What_is_Makar_Sankranti\" >What is Makar Sankranti?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/makar-sankranti-2025\/#Makar_Sankranti_2025_Date\" >Makar Sankranti 2025 Date<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/makar-sankranti-2025\/#Why_is_Makar_Sankranti_Celebrated\" >Why is Makar Sankranti Celebrated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/makar-sankranti-2025\/#Story_of_Makar_Sankranti\" >Story of Makar Sankranti<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/makar-sankranti-2025\/#Cultural_Significance_of_Makar_Sankranti\" >Cultural Significance of Makar Sankranti<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/makar-sankranti-2025\/#How_Makar_Sankranti_is_Celebrated_Across_India\" >How Makar Sankranti is Celebrated Across India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/makar-sankranti-2025\/#Astronomical_Significance_of_Makar_Sankranti\" >Astronomical Significance of Makar Sankranti<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/makar-sankranti-2025\/#Traditional_Foods_of_Makar_Sankranti\" >Traditional Foods of Makar Sankranti<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/makar-sankranti-2025\/#Spiritual_Practices_on_Makar_Sankranti\" >Spiritual Practices on Makar Sankranti<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/makar-sankranti-2025\/#Why_is_Makar_Sankranti_Special\" >Why is Makar Sankranti Special?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/makar-sankranti-2025\/#FAQs_About_Makar_Sankranti_2025\" >FAQs About Makar Sankranti 2025<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Makar Sankranti 2025 will be celebrated on <\/span><b>January 14, 2025<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, marking the Sun\u2019s transition into Capricorn (Makar Rashi). This significant celestial event signals the onset of longer days and the end of winter, aligning with India\u2019s harvest season. The festival is celebrated with diverse traditions across the country, reflecting unity in diversity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article we will look into <\/span><b>what Makar Sankranti is<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, its cultural significance, the date of celebration, and the ways it is observed across India.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\"><b>All about Makar Sankranti 2025 in Nutshell<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Date<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">January 14, 2025 (observed on January 15 in some regions)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Historical Background<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dates back to ancient times; linked to agricultural cycles\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Mythological Connection<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Associated with Lord Vishnu\u2019s victory over the demon Sankarasura.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Importance<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marks the sun\u2019s transition into Capricorn.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Celebrated By<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hindus and various communities across India.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Rituals and Celebration<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kite flying, preparing traditional foods (like khichdi and tilgul), taking holy dips in rivers, and performing Surya puja.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Related Festivals<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pongal, Lohri, Bihu, Magh Bihu, Tusu Festival, among others.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Makar_Sankranti\"><\/span><b>What is Makar Sankranti?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Makar Sankranti is a Hindu festival celebrating the Sun&#8217;s northward journey, referred to as Uttarayan. It symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and is a time of spiritual awakening, prosperity, and gratitude for the harvest. The festival is unique as it follows the solar calendar, occurring annually on <\/span><b>January 14 or 15<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Makar_Sankranti_2025_Date\"><\/span><b>Makar Sankranti 2025 Date<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Makar Sankranti 2025 falls on <\/span><b>Tuesday, January 14<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and is observed with great fervor. Unlike most Hindu festivals based on the lunar calendar, this festival&#8217;s date remains consistent due to its solar basis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Makar_Sankranti_Celebrated\"><\/span><b>Why is Makar Sankranti Celebrated?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Makar Sankranti celebrates the Sun\u2019s entry into Capricorn, marking the beginning of Uttarayan. This six-month period is considered highly auspicious in Hindu tradition, signifying growth, positivity, and prosperity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The festival also marks the end of winter and the arrival of the harvest season, a crucial time for farmers. It is associated with spiritual practices, such as taking holy dips in rivers and performing Surya puja (worship of the Sun God), to seek blessings for a fruitful year ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Story_of_Makar_Sankranti\"><\/span><b>Story of Makar Sankranti<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Makar Sankranti is rooted in Hindu mythology, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. So here are two connections of the story behind the Makar Sankranti.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lord Vishnu\u2019s Victory<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: According to legend, Lord Vishnu defeated the demon Sankarasura on this day, symbolizing the end of darkness and negativity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bhishma Pitamah\u2019s Departure<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: In the Mahabharata, Bhishma Pitamah chose to leave his mortal body during Uttarayan, believing it to be the most auspicious time for the soul\u2019s ascension.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These stories highlight the spiritual significance of Makar Sankranti as a day of liberation and renewal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cultural_Significance_of_Makar_Sankranti\"><\/span><b>Cultural Significance of Makar Sankranti<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Makar Sankranti holds immense cultural value, uniting communities across India. In various states Makar Sankranti holds immense significance in terms of:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Spiritual Practices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: People take holy dips in rivers like the Ganga, Yamuna, and Godavari to cleanse their sins.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Charity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Offering food, clothes, and money to the underprivileged promotes social harmony and welfare.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Traditional Foods<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Dishes like khichdi, tilgul (sesame sweets), and laddoos are prepared, showcasing India\u2019s culinary diversity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kite Flying<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: In states like Gujarat and Rajasthan, colorful kites fill the skies, symbolizing freedom and joy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Makar_Sankranti_is_Celebrated_Across_India\"><\/span><b>How Makar Sankranti is Celebrated Across India<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The celebrations of Makar Sankranti vary by region, reflecting local customs and traditions. Here\u2019s how it is observed in different states:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gujarat \u2013 Uttarayan: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known for vibrant kite festivals, people in Gujarat celebrate Uttarayan by flying kites, preparing sweets like tilgul, and enjoying community feasts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tamil Nadu \u2013 Pongal: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Tamil Nadu, Makar Sankranti is celebrated as Pongal, a four-day harvest festival. Traditional dishes are prepared, and rituals like boiling rice in milk are performed to honor the Sun God.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Punjab \u2013 Lohri: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Punjab, the night before Makar Sankranti is celebrated as Lohri, marked by bonfires, folk dances, and songs, symbolizing gratitude for the harvest.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Assam \u2013 Bhogali Bihu: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam observes Bhogali Bihu with feasting, community gatherings, and bonfires, reflecting the joy of the harvest season.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Maharashtra: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Maharashtra, people exchange tilgul, saying \u201cTilgul ghya, god god bola\u201d (Take sesame sweets and speak sweetly), promoting goodwill and harmony.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand \u2013 Khichdi Parwa: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This day is celebrated as Khichdi Parwa, where people take holy dips in the Ganga, prepare khichdi, and perform rituals to honor their ancestors.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>West Bengal \u2013 Poush Sankranti: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In West Bengal, Makar Sankranti is celebrated as Poush Parbon, marked by cultural events, feasting, and offering sweets made from jaggery and coconut.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Odisha: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Odisha celebrates the festival with bonfires, community feasts, and rituals that signify unity and prosperity.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Astronomical_Significance_of_Makar_Sankranti\"><\/span><b>Astronomical Significance of Makar Sankranti<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Makar Sankranti is astronomically significant as it marks the Sun\u2019s transition into Capricorn. This celestial shift brings longer days and shorter nights, symbolizing the end of harsh winters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The period of Uttarayan, starting on Makar Sankranti, is believed to enhance spiritual energy and positivity, making it an ideal time for religious practices.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Traditional_Foods_of_Makar_Sankranti\"><\/span><b>Traditional Foods of Makar Sankranti<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food plays a central role in Makar Sankranti celebrations, highlighting the agricultural roots of the festival.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tilgul<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Sesame and jaggery sweets, symbolize unity and sweetness in relationships.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Khichdi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A savory dish made of rice and lentils, considered highly auspicious.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Laddoos<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Sweet balls made from sesame, jaggery, or coconut, enjoyed across India.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pongal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A Tamil dish made of rice, milk, and jaggery, prepared during the Pongal festival.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; 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it is a day of spiritual awakening, gratitude, and community bonding. The festival\u2019s inclusivity and its focus on social welfare make it one of the most cherished occasions in India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Makar Sankranti 2025 is a festival celebrating the spirit of gratitude, unity, and spiritual awakening. Celebrated with diverse traditions across India, it signifies the onset of prosperity and positivity. Whether through kite flying in Gujarat, Pongal in Tamil Nadu, or holy dips in Uttar Pradesh, Makar Sankranti unites the nation in its rich cultural tapestry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make this <\/span><b>Makar Sankranti festival<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a time to embrace the values of harmony, sharing, and joy, as you welcome the Sun\u2019s northward journey and the blessings it brings. To learn more about Indian culture and cultural festivals from the perspective of UPSC exams, explore<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\"><b>IAS Hub Courses for the upcoming UPSC Prelims 2025 and Mains Exam<\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\"><b>Related Articles<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=464&amp;preview=true\"><b>Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=469&amp;preview=true\"><b>National Sports Award 2024<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=391&amp;preview=true\"><b>Biography of Manmohan Singh<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=432&amp;preview=true\"><b>Union Budget 2025<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_About_Makar_Sankranti_2025\"><\/span><b>FAQs About Makar Sankranti 2025<\/b><span 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0px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single{\r\n background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ea-expand a{\r\n  background: #cfe2ff !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion{\r\n  margin-bottom: 1rem;\r\n  margin-top: 1rem;\r\n}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1736834879\"><div id=\"sp-ea-551\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-5510\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse5510\" aria-controls=\"collapse5510\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> What is the date of Makar Sankranti 2025?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse5510\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-551\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-5510\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><b>\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Makar Sankranti 2025 will be celebrated on <\/span><b>January 14, 2025<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-5511\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse5511\" aria-controls=\"collapse5511\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Why is Makar Sankranti celebrated?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse5511\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-551\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-5511\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><b>\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It marks the Sun\u2019s transition into Capricorn, signaling the start of longer days and the harvest season, symbolizing growth and prosperity.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-5512\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse5512\" aria-controls=\"collapse5512\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Makar Sankranti festival is celebrated in which state?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse5512\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-551\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-5512\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Makar Sankranti is celebrated across India, with unique traditions in states like Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Punjab, and Assam.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-5513\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse5513\" aria-controls=\"collapse5513\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How is Makar Sankranti celebrated?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse5513\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-551\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-5513\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><b>\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The festival is observed through kite flying, feasting, holy dips, Surya puja, and community activities.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-5514\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse5514\" aria-controls=\"collapse5514\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the cultural significance of Makar Sankranti?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse5514\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-551\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-5514\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The festival promotes unity, gratitude, and social welfare, reflecting India\u2019s rich cultural heritage.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> Discover the significance of Makar Sankranti 2025, celebrated on January 14, marking the Sun&#8217;s transition into Capricorn and the onset of the harvest season. 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