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Makar Sankranti 2024: Significance of the festival
Updated On: 14 January, 2024 03:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Every year, on January 14, India experiences a burst of festive joy as Makar Sankranti 2024, the Harvest Festival, is celebrated nationwide.

Makar Sankranti 2024: Significance of the festival. Pic/iStock
Every year, on January 14, India experiences a burst of festive joy as Makar Sankranti 2024, the Harvest Festival, is celebrated nationwide. The occasion holds both religious and seasonal significance, marking the transition of the Sun from one zodiac constellation to the next, particularly emphasizing the auspicious "Poush Sankranti."
This festival aligns with the solar cycle and signifies the commencement of the harvest season, where new crops are revered and shared with joy.


