Lohri 2024: Revealing it’s Date, Rituals, Do’s & Don’ts, Check Here

Lohri, a joyous festival celebrated with immense excitement, holds a significant place in India, particularly among the Hindu and Sikh communities in Punjab and Haryana. The occasion is dedicated to honouring a prosperous crop harvest and expressing gratitude to the gods for their blessings. It involves the ceremonial lighting of bonfires using wood and cow dung cakes. Lohri is usually celebrated in the evening to mark the end of winter and the beginning of longer days. The festival is joyful and involves customs and traditions. In 2024, Lohri is on January 14, a day before Makar Sankranti on January 15.

Rituals Of Lohri:

Bonfire Customs: People start by lighting a bonfire (Lohri) in the evening, and gather with their families and friends around bonfire. Just like Thanksgiving, they offer popcorn, sesame seeds, jaggery, gajak, rewdi, and peanuts to the fire.
Traditional Eats: Punjab is well-known for its delicious food, especially during Lohri. People share dishes like sarso da saag, Makke di roti, jaggery (gur), and sesame seeds. Don't forget to share sweets and other treats with your family and neighbors. Have a good time with traditional songs and dancing around the bonfire in the evening.
Exchange Of Gifts: Exchange gifts with your friends and family members with a symbol of goodwill and prosperity.
Traditional Attire: People wear beautiful traditional Punjabi attires.

What not to do on Lohri ?

Avoid Negativity: Try to be surrounded with positivity on the day of Lohri. On this day, dress yourself up in new clothes to welcome this day. As Lohri is about the end of winters, so welcome it with positive energies and with full warmth.
Try To Limit Alcohol Consumption: As it is the day for the celebration, try to limit the consumption of alcohol. As it is the day of celebration and welcoming longer days, so try to limit any kind of bad habits. Enjoy with your family and friends with full spirit.
Avoid Harmful Crackers: Sometimes use of harmful crackers can cause damage to surroundings. It can also harm your family and friends. Try to burst crackers in a limit for safety purposes.

Lohri 2024: Shubh Muhurat/Puja Timings

Tritiya Tithi (up to 07:59 AM) January 14, 2024
Chaturthi Tithi (up to 04:59 AM) January 15, 2024.
Brahma Muhurta (Auspicious Timings): 05:27 AM to 06:21 AM

Lohri 2024: Traditional Foods for Lohri Celebrations

Gajak Or Chikki: Gur ki chikki or gajak, a sweet treat made from winter-special jaggery and crunchy peanuts, brings a warm and delightful feeling to both the heart and the body.
Til Ladoo: a classic variation of ladoo, combines sesame seeds and jaggery, creating a delightful sweet that offers warmth in chilling weather.
Rewari: bite-sized sweet treats made from jaggery and sesame seeds, paired with popcorn and peanuts, not only tantalize the taste buds but also provide warmth in the winter cold.
Pinni: also known as atta ladoos, is a rich Punjabi dessert made with wheat flour, milk, sugar syrup, dry fruits, nuts, and desi ghee. A winter favorite in North India, Pinni is a must-have during Lohri.
Punjab's Makke Ki Roti With Sarso Ka Saag: a quintessential Punjabi dish topped with white butter, becomes the go-to meal during Lohri. This hearty dish captures the essence of Punjab and serves as the ultimate winter comfort food.

Wishing you all Happy Lohri 2024!