From Makar Sankranti and Pongal to Magh Bihu and Uttarayan, India celebrated its harvest festivals with vibrant rituals, food, and kite flying, showcasing its cultural richness and unity in diversity. The South Asian Times presents a few glimpses of these festivals that celebrate gratitude, abundance, renewal, and are deeply rooted in India's agricultural traditions...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrates Lohri in New Delhi. While wishing everyone a happy Lohri, he said: "Lohri has a special significance for several people, particularly those from Northern India. It symbolizes renewal and hope. It is also linked with agriculture and our hardworking farmers". (Photo courtesy: X@narendramodi)
PM Narendra Modi attended Makar Sankranti and Pongal celebrations at the residence of Union Minister G Kishan Reddy where cultural programmes were also organized. (Photo courtesy: X@narendramodi)
US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, takes part in Pongal celebrations at the US Consulate General in Chennai. (Photo courtesy: US Consulate General/Chennai)
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah joins his security team in Jammu to celebrate Lohri. He said: "Lohri brings with it a sense of renewal & change. I wish everyone celebrating today a very happy Lohri". (Photo courtesy: X@OmarAbdullah)
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah participated in a kite flying festival, marking Uttarayan in Gujarat. (Photo courtesy: X@AmitShah)
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Pongal celebrations at the Singapore Consulate in Chennai. (Photo courtesy: X@SGinIndia)
