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January 14, 2025

Sky full of kites

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Stringing traditions in the sky. Makar Sankranti

Get ready to string up those kites and dive into the sweetness of Makar Sankranti. A significant Hindu festival observed every year, its roots trace back to the Vedic texts, including the sacred Gayatri Mantra from the Rigveda. This occasion is celebrated across India with various multi-day festivities. It includes a burst of social festivities, from colourful decorations and joyful kite flying to lively fairs, bonfires and sumptuous feasts. In some regions, children go door-to-door singing songs and collecting treats, adding to the festive spirit.

A key ritual is taking a holy dip in rivers like the Ganga, Yamuna, Godavari, Krishna and Kaveri, believed to cleanse sins and bring blessings. People pray to Surya, the sun deity, expressing gratitude for their prosperity. A shared tradition in various parts of India is preparing sweets made with sesame (til) and jaggery (gud), symbolising unity, joy and harmony amidst diversity. Falling during the early stages of the Rabi crop cycle, Makar Sankranti also represents a time of relaxation, socialising and family bonding after months of hard work in the fields.

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