Pana Sankranti

The Odia solar new year, falling on Mesha Sankranti, named for the sweet pana drink of water, jaggery, curd and fruit distributed and offered on the day. Basundhara Theki water pots are hung over tulsi plants and the day is marked by Hanuman and Shiva worship.

Also known as Pana Sankranti · Maha Vishuba Sankranti · Odia New Year · Pana Sankranthi · Vishuva Sankranti