Makar Sankranti

Makar Sankranti is an Indian harvest festival celebrated annually around January 14, marking the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign Capricorn (Makara). It signifies the end of winter and the beginning of longer days, symbolizing prosperity and new beginnings. People celebrate by taking holy dips in rivers, offering prayers, and preparing traditional foods like sesame and jaggery sweets. The festival also involves kite flying and community gatherings, emphasizing gratitude for nature’s bounty and the importance of cultural traditions that foster social bonding.