Makar Sankranti

January 14, 2026 11:56 AM

Makar Sankranti: Devotees gather in Prayagraj, Haridwar, Gangasagar for holy dip

On the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti, a massive influx of devotees was witnessed at major pilgrimage centres across the country, including Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, Haridwar in Uttarakhand, and Gangasagar in West Bengal, as people gathered to take the sacred ritual bath despite biting cold conditions. In Prayagraj, devotees began arriving at the Sangam from the early hours of Wednesday morning. Large crowds cutting across age groups were seen taking the holy dip at the confluence of ...

January 14, 2026 11:15 AM

PM Modi wishes for prosperity and success of everyone on Magh Bihu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his greetings to the people of Assam on the occasion of Magh Bihu and expressed hope that the festival would bring peace, good health, and happiness to everyone's lives. In a letter addressed to the people of Assam, the Prime Minister conveyed his warm wishes and highlighted the cultural and social significance of the festival. "Dear fellow citizen, warmest greetings to you and your family on the joyous occasion of Magh Bihu. Embodying the bes...

January 14, 2026 9:07 AM

‘May Lord Surya bless us all’: PM Modi extends Makar Sankranti greetings

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended heartfelt greetings to the countrymen on the occasion of Makar Sankranti and wished prosperity and success for all. Taking to X, PM Modi said, “Heartfelt wishes to all fellow citizens on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti. May this divine moment, filled with the sweetness of sesame seeds and jaggery, rooted in Indian culture and traditions, bring joy, prosperity and success to everyone’s life. May Lord Surya bless us all.” Makar ...

January 13, 2026 9:16 AM

President Murmu extends greetings on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday extended greetings on the occasions of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu, saying these festivals reflect India’s rich agricultural traditions and the spirit of national unity. In a post on X, the President said, “Heartfelt greetings to all Indians living in the country and abroad on the occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu. These festivals are symbols of India’s rich agricultural traditions and national unity. On this ...

January 16, 2025 9:19 AM

Maha Kumbh: Devotees take holy dip at Triveni Sangam on the fourth day

Thousands of devotees took a holy dip at Triveni Sangam, a sacred confluence of rivers- Ganga, Yamuna and 'mystical' Saraswati, here on Thursday morning, the fourth day of the 45-day-long Maha Kumbh. Over 6 crore devotees have participated in the world's biggest religious congregation, over 3.5 crore on the occasion of Makar Sankranti on January 14. Meanwhile, given the massive influx of pilgrims, the Prayagraj administration has established an AI-based computerized lost and found centre. Shar...

January 14, 2025 9:29 AM

PM Narendra Modi greets the nation on Makar Sankranti and Magh Bihu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the nation on the various festivals, including Makar Sankranti and Magh Bihu, being celebrated across the country on Tuesday. On the occasion of Makar Sankranti, PM Modi wished people, hoping it would bring new energy and enthusiasm. In a post on social media X, he said (in Hindi), "Many best wishes to all countrymen on Makar Sankranti. May this holy festival dedicated to the Uttarayan Sun bring new energy and enthusiasm into your life." Along with Makar Sa...

January 14, 2025 9:14 AM

Living form of our eternal culture and faith: CM Yogi on Makar Sankranti

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his heartfelt greetings to devotees on the occasion of Makar Sankranti on Tuesday. Coinciding with the revered Maha Kumbh festival, which commenced on Monday with the 'Pavitra Snan,' Makar Sankranti marked the second day of the celebrations. Devotees thronged the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj to take the 'Amrit Snan' at the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. Taking to X, CM Yogi shared, "This is the living form...

January 14, 2025 9:50 AM

Maha Kumbh 2025: Mahanirvani Panchayati Akhada takes holy dip as first ‘Amrit Snan’ begins

The first Amrit Snan of Maha Kumbh 2025 on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti began as Sadhus from Sadhus of Mahanirvani Panchayati Akhada took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam- a sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and 'mystical' Saraswati river. Sadhus of the 13 Akhadas of the Sanatan Dharma will be taking a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam one by one. The 13 akhadas are divided into three groups -- Sanyasi (Shaivite), Bairagi (Vaishnav) and Udaseen. The Shaivite akhadas include Shre...

January 13, 2025 10:25 AM

President Murmu extends warm wishes on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and Magh Bihu

President Droupadi Murmu extended her heartfelt greetings to citizens across the nation and abroad on the joyous occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and Magh Bihu. In her message, the President highlighted the significance of these festivals as symbols of India’s rich cultural heritage and unity in diversity. She expressed her wishes for happiness, prosperity, and harmony in every individual’s life during these auspicious celebrations. Taking to social media platform X, the Preside...