Lohri 2025 Celebrations Highlight Harvest, Tradition, and Togetherness

Observed on January 13, Lohri marks the end of winter and the harvest of rabi crops, celebrated with bonfires, traditional foods, and prayers for prosperity.

Lohri, celebrated primarily in Punjab and northern India, symbolizes the end of the winter solstice and the harvest season for rabi crops like sugarcane.
The festival features sacred bonfires where offerings such as sesame seeds, jaggery, and peanuts are made, symbolizing purification and gratitude to the fire and Sun gods.
Traditional foods like sarson ka saag, makki ki roti, rewri, and gajak play a central role in the festivities, emphasizing seasonal and cultural significance.
Lohri is particularly special for newlyweds and families with newborns, as it represents new beginnings, prosperity, and unity.
The celebrations include dancing to dhol beats, sharing sweets, and exchanging heartfelt wishes, emphasizing joy, togetherness, and hope for the year ahead.