Various places in India were immersed in vibrant colours and festivities as people celebrated harvest festivals across the country. This auspicious time is known by different names in different regions like Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Magh Bihu, Uttarayan, among others. From kite flying to traditional rituals, and from decorations to other festivities, here are some glimpses from the celebrations.
14 January,2025 11:03 PM IST | Raaina Jain
Young Mumbaikars had a field day on Tuesday as they celebrated Makar Sankranti 2025, a festival marking the Sun's transition into Capricorn and the onset of Uttarayan, by flying kites on beaches and in open spaces (PICS/ASHISH RAJE)
14 January,2025 08:00 PM IST | Divya Nair
People in Mumbai were seen flying kite to celebrate Makar Sankranti while devotees gathered in temples to perform puja, seeking blessings for prosperity, health, and happiness. Pics/Anurag Ahire
14 January,2025 06:38 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
Approximately 20 million devotees have participated in the first 'Amrit Snan' of Maha Kumbh 2025 at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj. Uttar Pradesh Principal Secretary Amrit Abhijat stated that the number of devotees taking a dip is expected to surpass 25 million by evening. (PICS/PTI)
14 January,2025 02:08 PM IST | Anisha Shrivastava
Union Home Minister Amit Shah celebrated Makar Sankranti with residents of Shantiniketan Society in Memnagar, Ahmedabad. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel joined Shah for the festive occasion, creating a vibrant atmosphere in the society. (Pic/ PTI)
14 January,2025 02:01 PM IST | Anisha Shrivastava
As the first 'Amrit Snan' of Maha Kumbh 2025 is being performed on Makar Sankranti on Tuesday and several Akharas reached the Sangam to take the holy bath, and among them were not only devotees but also sadhus, who are an iconic part of the Kumbh Mela over the years
14 January,2025 01:34 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, Pongal, and Lohri—traditional harvest festivals celebrated on January 14—are observed across different regions of India. Despite regional variations, these festivals share common themes of gratitude for the harvest and the sun's transition. (Pics/PTI and AFP)
13 January,2025 03:21 PM IST | Joy Manikumar
Ahead of Makar Sankranti, Lohri and Pongal on January 14, Gujarat is hosting the International Kite Festival, that started on January 11 will end on January 14. Across the four days, 143 international kite flyers from 47 countries and 52 kite flyers from 11 states in India are participating in the festival
13 January,2025 12:31 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Several communities celebrated Makar Sankranti in Mumbai on Monday. Pics/ANI
15 January,2024 09:37 PM IST | Editor
Tamil Hindu women offer prayers as they cook special food to celebrate the harvest festival of Pongal at Dharavi, one of the world's largest slums, in Mumbai, Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. Pics/Shadab Khan
15 January,2024 07:18 PM IST | EditorADVERTISEMENT
