Makar Sankranti is one of the most auspicious Hindu festivals, celebrated to mark the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makara Rashi). This celestial event signifies the end of the winter solstice and the beginning of longer, warmer days. Makar Sankranti usually falls on January 14th every year and is observed across India with different names — Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Uttarayan in Gujarat, Magh Bihu in Assam, and Lohri in Punjab.
The festival celebrates the harvest season, gratitude to the Sun God (Surya Dev), and the abundance of nature. It is a time for renewal, charity, and spiritual growth.
