makar sankranti

Astrologically, Makar Sankranti's significance is connected to the Hindu God Surya. The festival is dedicated to Bhagwan Surya and holds importance for purification rituals and spiritual journeys.

The milk of the Punganur cow has a rich medical benefit and higher fat content which may range from 5 to as high as 8 percent while that of other breeds it ranges between 3 to 3.5%. The average milk yield of the breed is 546 Kg per lactation. It is highly draught resistance breed.

Locals have alleged that Islamists who have been hired as safai karmacharis for this years Parshuram Kund mela have been indulging in theft

Hari's loot is not an isolated ritual. It is preceded by the burning down of a temporary, thatched hut, built on the eve of Poush Parbon.

Undhiyu, a traditional spicy winter Gujarati dish, and other local sweets like Chikki and Tal Sakli are among the most popular delicacies during Uttarayan.

The Hyderabad Police issued a circular on January 10 prohibiting kite flying during Makar Sankranti in the city.

How Makar Sankranti is celebrated in India, especially in Gorakhpur, explains UP CM Yogi Adityanath.