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Happy Makar Sankranti 2020: Wish your loved ones with these heartwarming messages
Happy Makar Sankranti 2020 Wishes Images, Photos, Messages: On the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti, express gratitude and send the happiness to your loved ones with the help of these wishes. This year the festival falls on January 15, 2020.
Updated: January 15, 2020 13:05 IST
1 / 20Makar Sankranti marks the entry of the sun into the zodiac sign of Makara (Capricorn) as it travels on its celestial path. (Source: File Photo)
2 / 20This year the festival falls on January 15. (Source: File Photo)
3 / 20The festival celebrates the ending of winter and welcomes a new season with longer days. (Source: File Photo)
4 / 20The festival is dedicated to the sun (Surya). (Source: File Photo)
5 / 20Expressing gratitude to the sun or Surya is a major reason for the celebration of this festival. (Source: File Photo)
6 / 20The festival is observed based on solar cycles. (Source: File Photo)
7 / 20The festivities associated with the day have different names in different parts of the country. (Source: File Photo)
8 / 20It is called Lohri in North India, Sukarat in Central India, Bihu in Assam, Pongal in Tamil Nadu and Makar Sankranti in Bengal, Bihar, Odisha and the neighbouring regions. (Source: File Photo)
9 / 20On the day of Makar Sankranti, a number of rituals are conducted. (Source: File Photo)
10 / 20It is common to take a dip in the river. It is believed that the ritual is undertaken to get rid of one's sins. (Source: File Photo)
11 / 20A number of harvest produce is turned into delicacies on this day. (Source: File Photo)
12 / 20A number of sweets made of jaggery, sesame and rice are traditionally consumed and enjoyed during this day. (Source: File Photo)
13 / 20A number of vibrant social activities are a vital part of this day. (Source: File Photo)
14 / 20These activities include making colourful decorations, children going from house-to-house asking for treats. (Source: File Photo)
15 / 20Singing and dancing to folk songs and other upbeat music is a tradition on this day. (Source: File Photo)
16 / 20Kite flying, lighting a bonfire and having family get-togethers are usually observed on this day. (Source: File Photo)
17 / 20People celebrate their happiness, success and faith on this occasion. (Source: File Photo)
18 / 20This day is also considered auspicious to buy new things or start new projects or events. (Source: File Photo)
19 / 20Showering blessings on one's loved ones is a common cultural activity of this day. (Source: File Photo)
20 / 20People wish for the health, wealth and overall well-being of their loved ones. (Source: File Photo)
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