Tue Jan 14 09:40:00 UTC 2025: **PM Modi Extends Makar Sankranti Greetings, Participates in Celebrations**
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his warm wishes to the nation on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, praying for prosperity and happiness for all. He expressed his hope for bountiful harvests and good health for everyone in the coming year. The Prime Minister highlighted the festival’s significance in Indian culture and agricultural traditions.
Modi personally participated in Makar Sankranti celebrations at Union Minister for Coal and Mines, Prahlad Joshi’s residence on Monday. He was welcomed by Joshi and his wife, along with actor Chiranjeevi and other dignitaries. The Prime Minister performed traditional rituals, including lighting a *bhogi* bonfire and offering prayers to a tulsi plant. He also offered food to decorated oxen and gifted traditional clothing to both the animals and their handlers. A video of these celebrations was later shared by PM Modi on social media.
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