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Magh · January · Sheet (Winter)

Poush Sankranti

By our Culture Correspondent

Poush Sankranti
Poush Sankranti · Photo supplied by the site owner, used with permission

Poush Sankranti marks the end of the Bengali month of Poush and the winter harvest season. Homes make traditional rice cakes and sweets from newly harvested ingredients.

“The day links the harvest calendar with seasonal food traditions. Pithe-making passes recipes and hospitality between generations.”

Photo essay

Poush Sankranti — detail
Poush Sankranti, detail · Photo supplied by the site owner, used with permission