🌞 About the Festival
Sankranti is the most widely celebrated harvest festival in Bapatla district. As agriculture forms the backbone of the local economy, the festival holds special significance for farming communities. Celebrated in January, Sankranti marks the harvest season and expresses gratitude to nature and livestock.
🔥 Traditional Rituals and Customs
The three-day festival begins with Bhogi bonfires, followed by colorful rangoli decorations and family gatherings on Sankranti. Kanuma is dedicated to worshipping cattle, especially in rural farming villages across the district.
🍚 Festive Specialties
Families prepare Ariselu, Pongali, Bobbatlu, Garelu, Chakinalu, and various sweets using newly harvested rice and jaggery.
🎉 Community Celebrations
Villages organize bullock cart parades, cultural competitions, kite flying, and community feasts. Families reunite to celebrate prosperity and agricultural success.