
Sankranti
Pana Sankranti – Welcoming the New Year in Odisha
Pana Sankranti, the Odia New Year, marks new beginnings, agricultural prosperity, and the onset of summer. Celebrated with temple visits, folk dances, and the refreshing Pana drink, it symbolizes renewal and joy. Traditions like Basundhara Theki add spiritual depth, making it a festival of hope, prosperity, and cultural vibrance.