Makar sankranti
Makar Sankranti 2024 is almost here and this brings us to one of the most significant days this year astrologically. It is not without reason that this festival is celebrated with so much fervour in India. It is on this day that the Sun begins its journey into the northern hemisphere which is considered to be auspicious. Some rituals associated with this dayr is rising up before the sun in the early morning, taking holy bath and offering water to the sun. Here are auspicious things to do believed to bring good luck on this day and how to reap the benefits of this day.
17 January, 2024 12:10 PM IST |
After celebrating Pongal, PM Narendra Modi on January 14, fed cows at his official residence in Delhi on the occasion of Makar Sankranti 2024. The mini cows were seen munching on fodder and fresh grasses as they enjoyed affectionate gesture by PM Modi. Notably, January 14 marks celebrations of different festivals across India. Bihu, Pongal, Bhogi, Uttarayan are some of festivals celebrated on the day to mark the passing of winter season. On January 14th, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also attended the Pongal 2024 celebrations in Delhi. The celebrations event was organised at the residence of Union Minister L Murugan.
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