There are very few days when almost every Indian state celebrates a festival on one day, and Makar Sankranti is one such occasion. It is known by different names in different states. Here is a list.
Makar Sankranti 2024 Date: Makar Sankranti marks the moment when the sun begins its northward journey, signaling the commencement of the auspicious Uttarayan period. Devottes participate in a sacred dip in rivers such as the Ganga, Yamuna, Godavari, Krishna, Cauvery, Shipra, and Narmada, expressing gratitude to the Sun God for the benevolent and radiant rays.