On January 12, 2026, at 7:33 PM, PIB Delhi released a statement from the President's Secretariat. President Smt. Droupadi Murmu extends greetings to citizens on the eve of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and Magh Bihu (celebrated on January 13th and 14th). The President stated these festivals represent India's rich agricultural traditions, national unity, vibrant culture, and an opportunity to salute farmers' hard work. The President also wishes for strengthened love and solidarity in society to build a prosperous nation. The release ID is 2213900, with an access count of 538. The release is available in Urdu, Marathi, Hindi, Gujarati, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. A link is provided to see the President's full message.
Key Entities Referenced
Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu: Festivals for which greetings are extended.
President of India: The head of state sending greetings.
President's Secretariat
PRESIDENT’S GREETINGS ON THE EVE OF
LOHRI, MAKAR SANKRANTI, PONGAL AND
MAGH BIHU
प्रव तथ: 12 JAN 2026 7:33PM by PIB Delhi
The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu sends greetings to fellow citizens on the eve of Lohri,
Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu (which fall on January 13th and 14th respectively).
In a message the President has said, “On the auspicious occasion of Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Pongal and
Magh Bihu festivals, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Indians residing within India and abroad.
These festivals are a symbol of our rich agricultural traditions and national unity. They are reflection of
our vibrant and diverse cultural heritage. These festivals are an occasion to salute the hard work of our
farmers who work tirelessly to feed the nation. Through these festivals celebrated across the country, we
express our gratitude towards mother nature.
On this auspicious occasion, I wish the spirit of love and solidarity in our society grows stronger and we
work together to build a prosperous nation”.
Please click here to see the President's message-
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