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In Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Tamil Nadu, Sankranti is celebrated for four days. The certain rituals are followed during each of the four days and those days are known as
Bhogi is the first day of the four days Sankranti festivities and it is observed one day before of main Makara Sankranti day. On Bhogi day, people discard old and derelict items which are no longer in use. People get up before dawn and light bonfire, famously known as Bhogi Mantalu, with wood and other solid fuels. Derelict wooden items at home are offered to the fire as a Bhogi ritual. People also lit crackers early in the morning.
In many Telugu families in Andhra, kids between the age group of three to six are showered with Indian jujube fruit known as Regi Pallu. The children are dressed up in colorful attires, including traditional Langa-Voni for the girls, for the occasion. A potpourri of Regi Pallu, Senagalu (soaked and drained black grams), flower petals, pieces of sugarcane, jaggery and coins are showered on them. It is believed that the ritual of Bhogi Pallu protects children from evil eye, bless the children with material abundance and long life.
Apart from the ritual of Regi Pallu, Ariselu Adugulu is also organized for kids. Ariselu(s), which is a sweet dish made of rice, are put on the floor and small kids are asked to walk on them. Ariselu Adugulu is celebrated to mark the occasion when the kid learns to take its first step.
To mark the occasion of Bhogi, various Rangoli competitions are organized and the big and colourful Rangolis of bright hues are drawn outside home and buildings. Many families display Bommala-Koluvu of several tiers at home. On Bhogi day sweets are prepared in generous quantities and distributed among families and friends.
According to the Hindu calendar, there are twelve Sankrantis in a year, which are listed in this article. The transit of the Sun from one zodiac sign to another is known as Sankranti. The days of Sankranti are considered very auspicious to perform charity and fasting
Makar Sankranti is a popular Hindu festival which is dedicated to Lord Surya. Lord Surya illuminates the entire universe. Makar Sankranti is considered extremely auspicious for all kind of religious activities like charity, Homa and taking holy dip, etc.
A detailed description has been given about the four-day Makar Sankranti festivities. Under the four-day Makar Sankranti festival, events like Ganga Sagar Mela, Uttarayan, Vasi Uttarayan, Makaravilakku, Pedda Panduga, Kanuma Panduga and Mukkanuma are celebrated.
According to the Hindu calendar, there are 12 Sankranti days in a year. These twelve Sankrantis are mainly divided into four categories. These four categories are known as Ayan Sankranti, Vishuva Sankranti, Vishnupadi Sankranti and Shadshitimukhi Sankranti.
Makara Sankranti Punya Kala, Makara Sankranti Maha Punya Kala and Makara Sankranti Phalam along with other important information related to Sankranti are given on this page. Makara Sankranti is also known as Pongal and Uttarayana
Mesha Sankranti Phalam with the time of Mesha Sankranti Punya Kala and Mesha Sankranti Maha Punya Kala is given on this page. The transit of Sun into Mesha Rashi is called Mesha Sankranti. In most of the solar calendars, Mesha Sankranti marks the beginning of New Year.
Sankranti Greeting Cards and e-cards are given on this page. These greeting cards include images of Lord Surya on Chariot, Lord Ganesha Flying Kite, Bihu Folk Dance and Ladies celebrating Sankranti Festival, which you can share with your loved ones.
Pongal is a Hindu festival which is observed by people of Tamil Nadu on the first day of Thai Masam. You can check Thai Pongal Sankranti Moment on this page. Thai Pongal is observed as Makar Sankranti in North Indian states which is a popular festival dedicated to the Lord Surya.
Kumbh Mela is the most important fair for the followers of Hinduism. This fair is organized on the banks of a holy river after a fixed time period. Lakhs of people and saints come from far off places to participate in this fair and take the great holy bath.
Vishwakarma Puja is performed during Kanya Sankranti. You can know here about the Kanya Sankranti Moment during Vishwakarma Puja . Lord Vishwakarma is the God of architecture and construction. This day is also known as Bhadra Sankranti.
This page is a collection of Rangoli designs for Sankranti. These Rangolis are also known as Pongal Kolam, Sankranti Muggu and Sankranti Alpana. The method of making Rangoli has been described step by step with colorful pictures.
Ratham Rangoli or Chariot Rangoli Designs are provided on this page. Here, a pictorial description has been given on how to make a simple Chariot Rangoli by joining dots. Since these rangolis are made with the help of dots, they are also known as Ratham Dot Rangoli.
is one of the most popular and well-known Aarti dedicated to Lord Surya. Devotees of Lord Surya sing this Aarti to please Him during daily worship.
Names of Lord Surya, also called Ashtottara Shatanamavali, with meaning and video are given on this page.
The given prayer is one of the most popular prayers dedicated to Lord Surya, which is known as Surya Chalisa. Devotees sing it to please Suryadev and seek His blessings.
