What Is The History Of Celebrating Lohri? Check Out


By Anshika Verma13, Jan 2025 11:16 AMjagranjosh.com

Happy lohri 2025

Lohri is one of the most loved and celebrated festivals of India. It is primarily celebrated by Sikhs. Let’s take a look at the history of celebrating Lohri. Tap to read!

When is Lohri in 2025?

Lohri is celebrated every year on 13 January to celebrate harvest and mark the end of the cold season, one of the vibrant festivals.

Lohri: history

Do you know that the word ‘Loh’ has a special meaning in Punjabi culture. It basically means a griddle that is used in communal cooking, highlighting unity.

Lohri: royal traditions

In the 19th century, Maharaja Ranjit Singh who was the ruler of Punjab marked the celebrations of the Lohri with distributing gifts.

Dulla Bhatti: The Hero of Lohri

Dulla Bhatti is known as the ‘Robin Hood of Punjab’ who rescued the women from slavery and helped the needy ones.

Why Is Lohri Celebrated?

Lohri is celebrated to end the harvest season and to express gratitude to the Surya God for providing warmth and love.

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