When is Makar Sankranti?

What is Makar Sankranti?

Makar Sankranti, or Sankranti, is observed on January 14th and marks the end of the winter season and the beginning of the spring season, or harvest season. It is also a time to ceberate the happiness and excitement that comes with new crops for the farmers. The festival is based on a solar event, making it one of the few celebrations in India that occurs on the same date every year based on the Gregorian calendar.  In India, Makar Sankranti is a major harvest festival and features lots of celebrations that vary based on cultural norms.