
Guru Nanak Gurpurab: Amritsar
Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary in Amritsar.
Nov 24, 2026
Amritsar, Punjab
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Festivals and celebrations across the state

Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary in Amritsar.

Lohri is a vibrant winter festival celebrated mainly in Punjab and parts of North India, marking the end of the coldest days of the season. Observed around mid-January, it celebrates the harvest of rabi crops, especially sugarcane and wheat. People gather around bonfires, offering sesame seeds, jaggery, peanuts, and popcorn while singing folk songs. Traditional dances like bhangra and gidda add to the festive spirit. Lohri symbolizes warmth, prosperity, and gratitude for nature’s bounty.