Why is Khichdi eaten on Makar Sankranti? Know the reason behind the tradition of eating Khichdi here.

Makar Sankranti is an important festival of Hindu religion, which is celebrated every year on 14 January. But this time due to change in date, the festival of Khichdi i.e. Makar Sankranti is being celebrated on 15th January. On this day the Sun enters Capricorn and the days start getting longer. The festival of Makar Sankranti is celebrated with great pomp especially in North India. There is a tradition of making and eating Khichdi especially on this day. This tradition has been going on in Indian culture since ancient times.

There are religious and cultural reasons behind why Khichdi is consumed on Makar Sankranti. From the religious point of view, it is believed that Sun God is worshiped on this day and Khichdi is considered a symbol of ‘satisfaction’ and ‘purity’. Fresh grains, fresh ghee and fresh vegetables are used in Khichdi, which not only gives energy to the body but is also beneficial for health. Eating it refreshes the body in the winter season, and it strengthens the immune system.

Apart from this, Khichdi is considered a balanced diet as it is rich in proteins, carbohydrates and vitamins. The pulses, rice and vegetables included in Khichdi together provide essential nutrition to the body.

Traditionally, the purpose of eating Khichdi on the day of Makar Sankranti is to mark the beginning of ‘new life’ and the beginning of new life. It is also considered an attempt to purify the body and soul.

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