
Makar Sankranti: Unveiling Odisha’s Unique Friendship Ritual
In Odisha, Makar Sankranti transcends kites and sweets, transforming into a unique ‘Friendship Day,’ where girls choose a ‘makar’ and boys choose a ‘mita’.

In Odisha, Makar Sankranti transcends kites and sweets, transforming into a unique ‘Friendship Day,’ where girls choose a ‘makar’ and boys choose a ‘mita’.

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