Know how Makar Sankranti is celebrated in different Indian states
BY- Manish Jain
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It is celebrated as Makar Sankranti in the Indian states of Punjab, Rajasthan, Delhi and Haryana.
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On this day all the brothers visit their married sisters and present them with warm clothes and sweets.
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Makar Sankranti is celebrated as Pongal in Tamil Nadu. This festival is celebrated for four consecutive days.
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People in Gujarat celebrate the festival of Sankranti as Uttarayan.
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On the occasion of this festival, Gujarat is famous all over the world for its ‘Kite Festival’.
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After the morning prayer, people fly kites on their respective roofs.
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Makar Sankranti is celebrated as Bihu in Assam and also marks the beginning of the Assamese New Year.
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Makar Sankranti is celebrated as Gughuti in Uttarakhand. On this day people donate Khichdi and other food items.
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In Himachal Pradesh, the local people celebrate Magha Saji as Makar Sankranti.
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On this day, people bathe in holy rivers and visit temples to seek the blessings of the Lord.