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When Is Makar Sankranti 2025?

Subject: Static GK (General Knowledge)

Book: Festivals & Dates Queries

Makar Sankranti 2025 is on Wednesday, January 15. This day indicates the Sun’s transition into Capricorn, bringing longer days and kite-flying festivities. Many regions call it by various names—Lohri, Pongal, or Uttarayan—but all celebrate the harvest and the promise of warmer weather.

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