Makar Sankranti is celebrated to mark the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Makara (Capricorn). This is considered to be an auspicious time and is believed to bring good luck and prosperity.

Makar Sankranti is celebrated on January 14th every year.

Khichdi is a traditional dish made with rice, lentils, and vegetables. It is often eaten during Makar Sankranti.

Flying kites during Makar Sankranti is believed to bring good luck and prosperity.

Gujarat is famous for its Makar Sankranti celebrations. The festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor in the state.

Lohri is the name of the festival celebrated in Punjab during Makar Sankranti.

Pongal is the name of the festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu during Makar Sankranti.

Bhogali Bihu is the name of the festival celebrated in Assam during Makar Sankranti.

Poush Parbon is the name of the festival celebrated in West Bengal during Makar Sankranti.

Makar Chaula is the name of the festival celebrated in Odisha during Makar Sankranti.

Sankranti Hunnime is the name of the festival celebrated in Karnataka during Makar Sankranti.

Sankranti is the name of the festival celebrated in Andhra Pradesh during Makar Sankranti.

Sankranti is the name of the festival celebrated in Telangana during Makar Sankranti.

Makaravilakku is the name of the festival celebrated in Kerala during Makar Sankranti.

Makar Sankranti is the name of the festival celebrated in Maharashtra during Makar Sankranti.