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Traditional Gifts for Sankranti
Sankranti, also known as Makar Sankranti, is a harvest festival celebrated in India. It is a time to give thanks for the harvest and to welcome the longer days of sunlight. Traditional gifts for Sankranti are often related to agriculture and the harvest.
| Gift |
Description |
Why it Matters |
| Tilgul |
A sweet made from sesame seeds and jaggery |
Symbolizes the sweetness of life and the importance of sharing |
| New Clothes |
New clothes are worn to mark the beginning of a new season |
Represents a fresh start and the hope for a prosperous year ahead |
| Kites |
Kites are flown to celebrate the longer days of sunlight |
Symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and the joy of the harvest season |
| Cow and Calf |
A statue or picture of a cow and calf is given as a gift |
Represents the importance of cattle in agriculture and the Hindu religion |
| Rangoli |
A decorative design made with colored powder or rice |
Symbolizes the beauty of nature and the importance of creativity |
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