Apeksha Salunkhe, Author at MIRRAW

India is a country with different cultures, religions, languages and communities. More than a nation, it is a celebration. Every other day there is some or the other festival, big deal or not, being celebrated is some or the other part of the country. From the beginning to the very end of a year, each month is accompanied with a plethora of reasons and festivals to celebrate and stir up our lives. Makar Sankranti is a Hindu religious festival celebrated in the month of January, observed according to the solar cycle. Makar Sankranti has geographical, astronomical and social significances. Astronomical significance being that Makar Sankranti marks the change of the Sun sign into Capricorn (‘Makar’ rashi) on its celestial path. India is an agrarian country and Makar Sankranti is celebrated during the harvest time, therefore Makar Sankranti is also a festival during which the farmers and the consumers thank the Sun God for a healthy harvest and pray for the same in future. This festival marks a new beginning full of hope and the end of long cold nights. Makar Sankranti is a Hindu religious festival celebrated in the month of January, observed according to the solar cycle. Makar Sankranti has geographical, astronomical and social significances. Astronomical significance being that Makar Sankranti marks the change of the Sun sign into Capricorn (‘Makar’ rashi) on its celestial path. India is an agrarian country and Makar Sankranti is celebrated during the harvest time, therefore Makar Sankranti is also a festival during which the farmers and the consumers thank the Sun God for a healthy harvest and pray for the same in future. This festival marks a new beginning full of hope and the end of long cold nights. Date: 15TH of January 2019. Like Diwali isn’t complete without crackers (environment friendly), Makar Sankranti is incomplete without Kite flying. This new beginning is considered holier if celebrated with friends and family. Here are some of the messages and wishes that you can send your loved ones on this auspicious occasion: Wishing you and your family a happy Makar Sankranti. May your life be blessed with love, happiness and laxmi (money) May you always soar high in the life just like the kites in the sky. Happy Makar Sankranti. With the changing direction of the Sun and a new start, may the direction you choose to go be filled with radiance, peace and prosperity. Best wishes for Makar Sankranti. “Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant.” Happy Makar Sankrant! On this Makar Sankranti, I hope that you successfully harvest all the seeds and the good deeds that you have and will plant. Wishing for you and your family, on Makar Sankranti, happiness and a lifetime of full-bloom harvest. “Happy harvesting begins with careful sowing.” Best wishes for Makar Sankranti. May this Sankranti bring in new hopes, good harvest and even better Sankranti in the following year for you and your family. Happy Makar Sankranti!With the rising Sun, we hope that the good moments and successes in your life elevate to a higher level. Wishing you a joyful Makar Sankrant.May this Makar Sankranti give a start that is full of bliss, joy and comfort. Have a blissful Makar Sankranti!May the fire of Makar Sankranti warm up your heart and burn all your sorrows and grief.Happy Makar Sankranti, with utter devotion we hope and pray that your life gets flooded with happiness, challenges and opportunities like the many kites, soaring high and bright in the sky.May this Makar Sankranti and the holy fire bring light and radiance in your life ahead. Wishing you a very happy Makar Sankranti!Happy Makar Sankranti. May this be the day that makes all the days more pleasant and joyful. May this be the day when the Sun, with all its light and warmth, begins to move in your direction.On this Makar Sankranti, we wish you all the warmth, joy, prosperity and may your life gets filled with memorable moments like these. Happy Makar Sankranti.Your kite can only fly as high as you let it. This Makar Sankranti, loosen the thread a little and life your life to the fullest. “Your kite can only fly as high as your imagination.” Happy Makar Sankranti.May you explore all new heights and depths in things and people. May you deliver your warmth to the one around you. Happy Makar Sankrant, to you and your loved ones.They say that Makar Sankranti marks a new beginning so make sure you don’t forget to give yourself and those around you another chance, a fresh start. Happy Makar Sankranti.Like the Sun changing its direction to the north side, this Makar Sankranti may you find your north star and the light that guides you home. Have a loving Makar Sankranti and a memorable year.Sankranti is an excuse to celebrate the nature and all that it has given us. May this Sankranti you get more and more, and you have enough to give to others. Hop you have a joyful Makar Sankranti and a remarkable year.May this new journey of the Sun light up your path to success. Wishing you and your dear ones a Happy Makar Sankrant!With this message, I hope to celebrate with you Makar Sankranti and share the prosperity that this season brings throughout our lives. Happy Makar Sankrant, 2019. May the warm rays of the Sun Bring forth a delightful day A memorable year And a joyful ride that lasts a lifetime HAPPY MAKAR SANKRANT! This Makar Sankrant, make sure you fly your kites, eat all the sweet and start afresh with prosperity and love. Happy Makar Sankrant, 2019.You may be far but you will find blessing always around the corner. You may be near, but never let sorrows get so close. Wishing you a joyful ride and a memorable beginning on this Makar Sankranti!We sincerely hope that this Makar Sankranti connects you with happiness just as your kite touches the sky and even if it falls, may you know when to stand and retry. Wishing you and your dear ones, on this Makar Sankranti, all the love and prosperity to last a lifetime. On this auspicious day of Makar Sankranti, we solemnly pray that your days ahead are filled with joy and hope, and that your life becomes a season of great harvest.