Makar (a) Sankrānti (Sanskrit: मकरसङ्क्रान्ति, romanized: Makarasaṅkrānti), [1] (transl. Capricorn Festival) also referred to as Uttarāyana, Makara, or simply Sankrānti, is a Hindu observance and a mid-winter harvest festival in India and Nepal. [2][3] It is typically celebrated on 14 January annually (15 January on a leap year), [4][5][6] this ...

Households in Gujarat typically prepare kites months in advance. The festival of Uttarayan marks the day when winter begins to turn into summer, according to the Indian calendar. It is the sign for farmers that the sun is back and that harvest season, Makara Sankranti /Mahasankranti, is …

Jan 13, 2025 · Makar Sankranti, celebrated on January 14, 2025, marks the Sun's transition into Capricorn and the start of the harvest season. The festival features holy dips in sacred rivers, prayers to the Sun, donations, and kite flying.

Jan 13, 2025 · Makar Sankranti 2025, observed on January 14, marks the Sun’s transition into Capricorn, a day celebrated with unique traditions across India. From Tamil Nadu’s Pongal to Gujarat’s kite-filled Uttarayan, each state adds its flavour to this vibrant festival.

Jan 15, 2025 · Makar Sankranti is a festival that unites people across India with its diverse traditions symbolizing joy, togetherness, and a fresh start. ... Union Home Minister Amit Shah celebrated Makar Sankranti, also known as Uttarayan in Gujarat, by flying kites at his residence in New Ranip, Ahmedabad. Shah was all smiles as he participated in the ...

Jan 14, 2025 · Makar Sankranti 2025 will be celebrated on 14 January 2025. Learn more about Makar Sankranti 2025 significance, and state-wise celebration here.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah celebrated the Makar Sankranti festival, also known as Uttarayan, on Tuesday by taking to kite-flying, along with Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel.

Jan 15, 2020 · Makara Sankranti (also known as Maghi) is a Hindu festival devoted to Surya (sun), celebrated on the 14th of January every year. This article explains how the people of Gujarat celebrate Makara Sankranti and gives information on the special Uttarayan ...

Jan 11, 2024 · Gujarat eagerly awaits Uttarayan, the International Kite Festival. Makar Sankranti 2024: Makar Sankranti is one of the major festivals of Hindus, which is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor across the country. Makar Sankranti is …

Jan 14, 2025 · Makar Sankranti is a solar calendar based Hindu festival that is celebrated across India whether through offering prayers in Uttar Pradesh, or Pongal in Tamil Nadu and via flying kites in Gujarat. Makar Sankranti also offers a chance to strengthen community ties whilst symbolizing the Sun's transition from Sagittarius to Capricorn and heralding ...