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.

(MENAFN- Live Mint) Makar ... the eastern state of Bihar , where sweets such as tilkut and til ke laddoo are made especially for the occasion. In Gujarat and Rajasthan, Makar Sankranti is ...

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.

Sarala Birla Public School, 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 ...

The festival is known by different names in different parts of the country. In the northern states, it is known as Makar Sankranti. In Tamil Nadu, it is known as Pongal, which is a 4-day festival.

The CM regularly holds 'Janta Darshan' on the premises of Goraknath Temple and listens to the grievances put forth by the ...

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 ...

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.