Question
Download Solution PDFMagha Saaji is celebrated as Makar Sankranti in which of the following states?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Himachal Pradesh.
Key Points
- Himachal Pradesh:
- Locals in Himachal Pradesh observe Magha Saaji as Makar Sankranti.
- Sankranti is known locally as Saaji, and the month is called Magha.
- People visit the temples on this day to seek the Lord's blessings and take a plunge in the area's sacred rivers.
Additional Information
| Important Festivals of North East India | |
| State | Festivals |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Boori Boot, Myoko, Dree, Pongtu, Losar, Monpa festival |
| Assam | Ambubachi, Bhogali Bihu, Baishagu, Dehing Patkai |
| Mizoram | Chapcharkut Festival |
| Nagaland | Hornbill festival, Tsukheneye, Sekreny |
| Meghalaya | Nongkrem festival, Khasis festival, Wangla |
| Manipur | Yaoshang, Porag, Chavang Kut |
| Tripura | Kharchi Puja |
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