Happy Lohri 2022: The Punjabi harvest festival’s significance and customs

Lohri is a joyful North Indian holiday observed largely by the Sikh and Hindu populations. It is observed on the 13th of January, one day before Makar Sankranti.

Lighting bonfires in the evening during Lohri celebrations is an auspicious tradition that is thought to symbolise the Sun bringing in warmth. People dress up for this day and gather around a fire, tossing popcorn, puffed rice, and peanuts into the flames. This is frequently accompanied with folk music singing and dancing.

It heralds the start of harvest season and the conclusion of winter season. On this day, people express their appreciation to the sun, the earth, and fire for bestowing onto humanity an abundance of happiness and wealth.

This Lohri, make sure to send these wishes to all your loved ones:

• May your days be full with happiness, joy, and many celebrations. On this auspicious day of Lohri, may God bless you and your family.
• May this celebration of passion and verve fill your life with lots of energy and excitement, and may it help you and your loved ones bring happiness and wealth. All the best for Lohri!
• May God bless you with lifelong companionship and open doors of happiness for you and your loved ones on this joyful occasion of Lohri. I wish you a very happy Lohri!