Lohri is an ancient mid-winter festival originating in regions near the Himalayan mountains where winter is colder than the rest of the subcontinent.

Jan 13, 2025 · Lohri is a traditional celebration, particularly observed by Northern India and linked to the Punjab region, to mark the passing of the winter solstice and welcome longer days and the sun’s journey to the northern hemisphere.

Lohri is the first of India’s rich and diverse melange of festivals to be celebrated with great pomp and energy across different regions of the country in the new calendar year. In North India, and predominantly Punjab, this harvesting festival begins the year’s festivities with a tribute to the farmers for their hard toil and labor that ...

Jan 21, 2025 · Lohri is a lively festival celebrated mainly in Punjab and northern India, marking the end of winter and the start of longer days. Celebrated on January 13th, it’s a time to rejoice in the harvest season and give thanks for the crops.

Lohri 2024: Here's all you need to know about the date, history, significance and celebration of Lohri - Punjab and North India’s harvest festival.

Jan 10, 2025 · Lohri is an Indian celebration of the New Year that involves lots of blessings for family, marriage, babies, and life. Here's what to expect.

Dec 22, 2024 · Lohri is traditionally celebrated on January 13th every year, marking the eve of Makar Sankranti. The festival’s fixed date aligns with the solar calendar and signifies the Sun’s transition toward the Tropic of Capricorn, known as Uttarayan.

Oct 19, 2024 · Discover the rich history, traditions, and cultural significance of Lohri Festival, celebrated with bonfires, songs, and dances across India.

Lohri Festival is celebrated with great pomp in North India. At this time Earth starts moving towards the sun marking the auspicious period of Uttarayan. First Lohri is very important for the newly wed and the new born babies as it marks fertility.

The auspicious festival of Lohri is celebrated by Sikh (Punjabi) community in the month of January. Explore details about date, history, significance and celebrations in India.