In photos: Makar Sankranti celebrations across India
A picture gallery shows Makar Sankranti celebrations across India. The festival denotes the entry of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Makara (Capricorn) as it travels on its celestial path. Many pilgrims from across India took holy dips in the river Ganges on Saturday at the annual Ganga Sagar Fair. People also flew kites as part of the festival.