PM Modi Greets Nation on Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu and Uttarayan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended warm greetings to the nation on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu and Uttarayan, festivals that mark the harvest season and are celebrated across India with diverse regional traditions.
Makar Sankranti signifies the Sun’s transition into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makar) and is observed as a mid-winter harvest festival in many parts of the country.
In a post on X, the prime minister said that Sankranti is celebrated across India according to local customs and traditions, and he prayed to Lord Surya for everyone’s happiness, prosperity and good health.
In a post on X, the prime minister said that Sankranti is celebrated across India according to local customs and traditions, and he prayed to Lord Surya for everyone’s happiness, prosperity and good health.
सभी देशवासियों को मकर संक्रांति की असीम शुभकामनाएं। तिल और गुड़ की मिठास से भरा भारतीय संस्कृति एवं परंपरा का यह दिव्य अवसर हर किसी के जीवन में प्रसन्नता, संपन्नता और सफलता लेकर आए। सूर्यदेव सबका कल्याण करें।
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 14, 2026
Sharing his wishes on Uttarayan in a separate post, Modi expressed hope that the auspicious festival of Makar Sankranti would fill people’s lives with joy and bless everyone with good health and well-being. He added that the celebration should further strengthen bonds of togetherness while spreading positivity and prosperity.
संक्रांति के इस पावन अवसर को देश के विभिन्न हिस्सों में स्थानीय रीति-रिवाजों के अनुसार मनाया जाता है। मैं सूर्यदेव से सबके सुख-सौभाग्य और उत्तम स्वास्थ्य की कामना करता हूं।
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 14, 2026
सूर्यो देवो दिवं गच्छेत् मकरस्थो रविः प्रभुः।
उत्तरायणे महापुण्यं सर्वपापप्रणाशनम्॥ pic.twitter.com/zxGY8H5ZvP
The prime minister also conveyed greetings on the occasion of Magh Bihu, which is celebrated in Assam and parts of the northeastern region.
Describing Magh Bihu as a festival that celebrates harvest, abundance and togetherness, Modi said he hoped it would bring prosperity, good health and happiness to every household. He added that the spirit of gratitude and harmony associated with the festival should continue to guide the nation towards a brighter and more prosperous future.
Happy Magh Bihu to everyone! pic.twitter.com/4FwqIUucr9
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 14, 2026
