The year 2025 is nearly there, and what could be more special than filling your journey with culturally rich monuments and eye-soothingscenic views.India has a lot to offer while you start your New Year’s morning here. From vibrant festivals that take place in India during the beginning of the year to the grand events,
It will be an immersive cultural exploration to your tour with a pinch of enjoyment in it. In the beginning of the year, India is full of auspicious festivities and celebrations.Festivals like Lohri and Marksakarti celebrate nature, and events like Republic Day and Jaipur Literature Fest help you experience diverse aspects of Indian tradition, history, and values.
Why visit India in January
The beginning of the year is one of the best times to visit India, as with pleasantly warm weather, the north region of India provides a comfortable and cozy environment that is not only pleasant but just a perfect opportunity for outdoor sightseeing and activities.
Festivals in India during January
January is also the time for several major festivals like Makar Sankranti, Republic Day (January 26th), and Pongal (in southern India). These celebrations offer a deep cultural experience, with traditional dances, food, and rituals. Makar Sankranti, known for kite festivals in Gujarat and Rajasthan, is especially vibrant.
New year
India is culturally rich, and when it comes to celebrating the beginning of the year, Indians have a quite positive start with positive practices that promote well-being, happiness, and prosperity. From rituals to family gatherings, every tradition is designed to welcome the new year with optimism and gratitude and with the hope of spending each day, week, and month with positivity that leads to a great future ahead.
Makar Sankranti
One of the unique festivals of India is also known as the festival of kites. Makarsankranti, where makar is a Sanskrit word, means movement of the sun in makar (Capricorn zodiac sign). On this day, Kharif crops like paddy and sugarcane and the harvest of Rabi crops: wheat, barley, grams, maize, and more are harvested. And to celebrate a healthy harvest and to thank nature, fresh sweets of til (secs seeds) along with kite flying are there to celebrate the moment.
Lohri
A Sikh and Hindu festival that celebrates the deeds and help of Indian Robin Hood Dulla Bhatti. People often prepare sweets (made with sesame seeds) and sing songs mentioning his name in them to remember his good deeds and help. In the most households, a bonfire is set up, and then they start offering sweets and food to the bonfire (a way of thanking nature) children on this day. Families visit their relatives singing the dulla Bhatti folk tale and seek blessings of the elderly.
Republic day
Republic Day, celebrated on 26th January, marks the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950, three years after independence. It is a grand national festival showcasing India’s unity and diversity through cultural parades, military parades, and weapon display shows. The President raises the National flag and conducts the Republic Day Parade at Rajpath. featuring school performances and a display of military strength and awards like the Ashok Chakra honour bravery. Across India, flag-hoisting, patriotic programs, and celebrations are conducted indicate pride in the nation’s democratic rules and principles.
Events in India during January
Jaipur Literature Festival
An event that takes place in Jaipur is dedicated to all the bookworms, poetry lovers, and writers. It is one of the largest literary festivals in India, attracting renowned authors, poets, journalists, and literature lovers from around the globe. The festival offers a platform for deep discussions, book launches, and cultural exchanges and interaction, celebrating different literature festival traditions and fostering creativity. Attendees can immerse themselves in the true art of literature.
Jaipur International Film Festival
A festival that reflects the beauty and core of cinematography and story telling. The festival brings together filmmakers from all over the world, offering them a platform to share their work and showcasing the magic of cinema in a simple yet impactful way.
Conclusion
January in India is a vibrant month filled with cultural richness and exciting events. From the traditional celebrations of Makar Sankranti, Lohri, and Republic Day to the literary magic of the Jaipur Literature Festival and the cinematic brilliance of the Jaipur International Film Festival, it’s an unforgettable start to the year.
