Makar Sankranti — gather happiness, kites soaring high, and kind words (तिळगुळ)
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Makar Sankranti & 3‑Day Pongal Celebration

A warm, modern page for Sankranti — with a simple 3‑day Pongal guide (Bhogi → Surya Pongal → Kanuma/Mattu), regional traditions, foods, and Marathi quotes ready to copy & share.

Open 3‑Day Guide
Theme
Sun’s transition • new season • gratitude.
Feels like
Kites, harvest, family, and sweetness.
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Festival Snapshot
North India typically requires only a day, while South India usually takes about 3 days to celebrate Pongal
Bhogi Surya Pongal Kanuma/Mattu
Derived from the three-day summary found in the previous page you provided.

Tip: Use search in Quotes section — try तिळगुळ पतंग सूर्य.

What this festival celebrates

Sun’s journey

A symbolic "shift" towards brighter days - individuals embrace brightness, warmth, and rejuvenation.

Harvest gratitude

Appreciation for the harvest, the rain, and the many helping hands (and paws) that bring it all in.

Community joy

Flying kites, enjoying sweets, creating rangoli/kolam designs, visiting temples, having family meals,

Please note that the day-to-day summary below is based on the core outline from the previously provided "3 days of Sankranti and Pongal celebration" page.

3‑Day Pongal Celebration Guide

A basic outline for a three-day itinerary: its significance and common family activities.

Works for Pongal / Makarsankranti (South India)
Day 1 — Bhogi
Preparation

Traditionally a day of cleaning and clearing out old items — symbolically making space for a fresh season. Many families also pray for rain and wellbeing.

Do: home cleaning, rangoli/kolam prep, set up festive décor.
Feel: reset + gratitude for nature’s support.
Day 2 — Surya Pongal
Main Day

The main celebration day — families thank the Sun (Surya) for helping the harvest. Special food is cooked and offered with prayers.

Do: cook Pongal, offer prayers, share meals with family/neighbors.
Try: “Pongalo Pongal!” moment — celebrate abundance.
Day 3 — Kanuma / Mattu Pongal
Cattle Day

A day to thank cattle for their role in farming. People bathe and decorate cattle, adorn horns, and celebrate with village/community activities.

Do: cattle worship/thanks, decorations, community gatherings.
Seen in some places: bull cart races and traditional games.
North India (often 1 day)

Many families mark Makar Sankranti as a one‑day festival with temple visits, prasad, special foods (like khichdi), and kite flying.

If you'd like, I can also include a list of cards for the "1-Day North Plan."

Regional traditions you can add

Several popular add-ons that enhance the overall look and feel of the page.

Kite flying (Uttarayan vibe)

Groups come together on terraces and open spaces to fly kites, enjoy music, indulge in snacks, and

Add: safety note + eco‑friendly threads.
Til‑gud (Maharashtra)

Enjoy sesame and jaggery treats and greet with “तिळगुळ घ्या,

Add: sesame laddoo, chikki, gul poli.
Rangoli / Kolam

Bright patterns at the entrance—welcoming guests, prosperity, and good luck.

Add: simple kolam design images later if needed.
Bonfire warmth (Lohri neighborhood)

During this period in certain areas, bonfires, music, and the tradition of sharing peanuts/rewri provide additional comfort.

Optional section if you want cross‑festival coverage.
Charity & sharing

Sharing grains, clothes, or food is a common way to spread warmth to those in need.

Add: a small checklist for giving.
Family visit plan

Develop a small plan: reach out to seniors, drop by neighbors' homes, distribute treats, and snap a family picture.

Add: “3‑minute greeting script” if you want.

Food that fits the theme

Fast and important things to bring up (no need for recipes—just names + their significance).

Maharashtra
  • Tilgul / Til laddoo (sesame + jaggery)
  • Chikki (peanut/sesame brittle)
  • Puran poli / Gul poli (sweet flatbread)
South India (Pongal)
  • Sakkarai Pongal (sweet pongal)
  • Ven Pongal (savory pongal)
  • Sugarcane (symbol of abundance)
North & Central India
  • Khichdi (often offered as prasad)
  • Gajak / Revdi (winter sweets)
  • Peanuts + jaggery snacks
Small modern touch

Include eco-friendly decorations and steer clear of harmful kite strings to ensure a bird-friendly and people-safe celebration.

Marathi Quotes (कॉपी करा)

Search, copy, and share. (Tap “Copy” on any card.)

Try: तिळगुळ पतंग सूर्य

FAQ

Can I add more days or rename them?

Yes — edit the DAYS and QUOTES lists in the script at the bottom.

Is Pongal always 3 days?

Numerous families mark a 3-day festival. Certain communities may add extra traditions - feel free to extend the schedule if desired.

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