President Murmu extends greetings on Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday extended greetings on the occasions of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu, saying these festivals reflect India’s rich agricultural traditions and the spirit of national unity.

In a post on X, the President said, “Heartfelt greetings to all Indians living in the country and abroad on the occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu. These festivals are symbols of India’s rich agricultural traditions and national unity. On this occasion, we also express our gratitude towards nature. Through these festivals, we convey our thanks to our farmer benefactors. My best wishes are that these festivals bring happiness and prosperity into everyone’s lives.”

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also conveyed his wishes on Lohri, describing it as a festival that symbolises enthusiasm, energy and positivity. In his post on X, Shah said, “Heartfelt greetings on the festival of Lohri, a symbol of enthusiasm, zeal and new energy. May this festival bring happiness and prosperity to all.”

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge also greeted the people on the occasion, calling Lohri a festival of joy and celebration. “Heartiest greetings to all of you on the occasion of Lohri. May this festival of joy and celebration bring boundless happiness and prosperity into your lives,” Kharge wrote on X.

Magh Bihu, one of Assam’s major harvest festivals, marks the end of the harvest season and is traditionally celebrated with community feasts and cultural gatherings.

Along with Lohri, Pongal, Makar Sankranti and Uttarayan, Magh Bihu reflects the diverse ways in which harvest festivals are observed across different regions of the country.

Lohri, particularly in northern India, is marked by bonfires, traditional food and folk songs, adding warmth and cheer to the festive season.