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Punjabi Festivals

Punjabi festivals celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Punjab, India, often marked by vibrant customs, music, dance, and food. Baisakhi, the harvest festival, signifies the Punjabi New Year and Sikh New Year, featuring processions and Bhangra dances. Lohri celebrates winter and the harvest of short-stemmed crops with bonfires and folk songs. Hola Mohalla, associated with Sikh traditions, involves martial displays and religious processions. Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is also widely celebrated with lighting lamps and fireworks. These festivals foster community bonding, spiritual reflection, and a celebration of Punjabi identity through colorful festivities.