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Do you celebrate Makar Sankranti? Are you aware of the different ways of celebration of this festival in different parts of India?

Prerna

It is said that those who take a dip in the holy rivers of Ganga, Godavari, Yamuna, Krishna or Kaveri during the period of Makar Sankranti acquire the highest merit. The time from sun rise to sunset o...

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On this day in Gujarat, people fly kites with the hope of reaching up to the God. Gujarati Pundits also provide scholarships to students for higher studies in philosophy and astrology. Kite flying is ...

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Pratibha

Makar Sankranti is a festival celebrated right from the times of the Aryans. On this day, one must give daan or alms to the unfortunate. One must visit their son and daughter-in-law. Makar Sankranti h...

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