Reasons to Celebrate Makar Sankranti 2022 in India

Conducting the festivities with magnificence and exhibit across the country, Makar Sankranti is the festival that marks the start of longer days with the celebration of the harvest season. This festival is celebrated across India and is known by different names in different regions. Lohri in the north, Makar Sankranti in the west, and Pongal in the south. 

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Pongal is a multiday festival observed in south India and Pongal 2022 will begin on 14 January and end on 17 January, Lohri 2022 will be celebrated on 13 January, and Makar Sankranti 2022 will be celebrated on 14 January. Dates may vary according to the region but the core reason for celebration remains the same. 

Few Interesting facts to know about Makar Sankranti:

Thanksgiving in Indian Style

In some countries, Thanksgiving has become a cool festival, all thanks to the latest trends in Hollywood movies and web series, but Makar Sankranti is still to make it in pop culture. There is not much difference between the two festivals as both are celebrated as a celebration of the harvest, with a highlight of the family meal. 

Spreading goodwill and sweets

The main aspect of Makar Sankranti for Maharashtrians is exchanging sweets with greetings. There is a very popular saying in Maharashtra for this occasion, ‘til-gul kha, god god bola’ which means eat til-gul and speak sweetly. 

Medical Science behind Kite Flying

In western India and Punjab, Makar Sankranti is associated with flying kites. Not only because of religious aspects but it also has medical reasons. 

Kite flying is done in the early hours of the morning or in the evening when rays are bright but not that harsh. When a person is flying kite, the body is exposed to the sun for long hours. On chilly winter days, the early morning sun is the best antidote. Winter is also the time of a lot of sickness and infections, the belief is that by wallowing in the sun bad bacteria get cleared to a certain extent. Kite flying makes the process of wallowing more fun and interesting. 

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic last year, these festivals have not been celebrated properly throughout the nation. This year people are going to celebrate Makar Sankranti 2022 with double excitement and happiness. You should definitely not miss the excitement of quintessential festivals this year, book your last minute flights to India now from flyopedia and grab the chance to avail latest offers on many international flights to India.

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