Makar Sankranti, a Hindu festival, is celebrated with different names in various states of India. Here are seven states with their respective names for Makar Sankranti.
In Uttar Pradesh, Makar Sankranti is known as 'Khichdi Parv' or 'Khichdi Festival.' It is customary to prepare and distribute khichdi (a dish made of rice and lentils) on this day.
In Karnataka, Makar Sankranti is celebrated as 'Sankranthi' or 'Ellu Bella.' People exchange a mixture called 'Ellu Bella,' which consists of sesame seeds, jaggery, coconut, peanuts, and gram.
In Maharashtra, Makar Sankranti is known as 'Makar Sankrant' or 'Tilgul.' People exchange sweets made of sesame seeds and jaggery, called 'Tilgul,' while saying the Marathi phrase,
In Gujarat, Makar Sankranti is celebrated as 'Uttarayan.' The festival is marked by the famous kite-flying event where people engage in friendly kite battles. The skies are filled with colourful kites during this time.
In Tamil Nadu, Makar Sankranti is known as 'Pongal.' It is a four-day harvest festival, and the main dish prepared during this time is also called Pongal, which is made from newly harvested rice.
In Assam, Makar Sankranti is celebrated as 'Bhogali Bihu' or 'Magh Bihu.' It is a harvest festival marked by feasting, bonfires, and traditional Assamese games.
In Punjab, Makar Sankranti is celebrated as Lohri. A harvest festival marked by bonfires, folk music, and the offering of traditional foods.
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