It is common practice in the states of Bihar and Jharkhand to refer to Makar Sankranti as Khichdi Sankranti, which emphasizes the significance of the cooking of khichdi as a pivotal rite.

Til is also a big part of the festivities in the eastern state of Bihar ... for the occasion. Makar Sankranti is celebrated in several parts of India, in different forms: In Gujarat and Rajasthan ...

Colorful kites float around the skyline of Gujarat on the day of Makar Sankranti, which is celebrated as Uttarayan in the state. People gather on rooftops, shouting “Kai po che!” as they compete in ...

Visiting West Bengal during Makar Sankranti is a great way to experience the rich cultural heritage of the state and witness the vibrant celebrations.

Bhogi, a festival marking the beginning of the harvest season, is celebrated in Maharashtra a day before Makar Sankranti ... in various other states under different names, showcasing the diversity ...

Makar Sankranti is a festival that is celebrated in different states of India. It is a festival dedicated to Lord Surya, the Sun God and is considered to be a significant day to worship the Lord.

Lohri, Makar Sankranti, and Pongal are celebrated in different ways across states, but they all have the same significance as harvest festivals. Lohri 2025 Lohri, which marks the harvest of the ...

Ranchi celebrated Makar Sankranti with enthusiasm here on Tuesday. A special assembly was conducted on the occasion and the students presented the significance of the festival in different states.

Makar Sankranti is a Hindu celebration that signifies the sun's movement from the Southern Hemisphere to the Northern Hemisphere. The term Makar means "Capricorn" while Sankranti signifies ...

As the Makar Sankranti festival approaches ... In the two Telugu-speaking states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Sankranti is celebrated with great enthusiasm and spans three days.