Picture this… It’s a clear day on the terrace with the beautiful expanse of blue sky and the majestic sun. The morning is yet beginning, and preparations have been made – colorful paper kites, colloquially called patang, are propped up on tables to play with their spools of thread (manjha) and players close-by, family and friends surround, and there’s good cheer all around. That’s Makar Sankranti for you!
Makar Sankranti is an Indian festival that falls annually on January 14 or 15. This festival marks a new beginning, and the Harvest season. Kites are a big part of Makar Sankranti celebrations across India, not only are they flown for fun but there are kite-flying competitions between participants who fly kites on the terraces of neighboring houses and short villas. The objective is to partake in the merry-making, of course, but the motive is also to win, all in good spirit! And the last kite still standing or the MVP kite that has succeeded in cutting (khainch) all the other kites down is deemed the winner. Kai po che, as they say, which, roughly translated, is Gujarati for “I have cut!”
Victorious winners, players and all alike, take a break, grab a seat, and get your favorite McDonald’s treat
Now all that patang-playing without any refreshments or anything to eat after is seriously not cool. Pun intended! Whether you want to come visit us in-store or get your favorite McDonald’s meal deals delivered to your door, we’ve got you covered. From the Piri Piri McSpicy™ Paneer Burger, Cheesy Italian Veg Burger, to the McAloo Tikki Burger®, Veg Maharaja Mac®, and McVeggie® Burger, feast away! Meals make families, and to score on good McDonald’s meal deals, gather your group and pair your sides with other items to get your order at a McDonald’s meal price. We recommend adding lots of fries – you do need the calories after all that effort and light-lifting!
Makar Sankranti should be welcomed with something sweet as well, and we could not think of a better palate-pleaser than the delicious Blueberry Cheesecake, or Chocolate Express Cake. We also have warm muffins if you prefer that – take your pick from Chocolate Chip or Vanilla. Should you choose to stay home after a long day, just order in using the McDelivery® website, McDelivery® App and McDonald’s App. We have a lot of running offers on meals at McDonald’s that you can avail of.
Happy Makar Sankranti from us to you! Wear your sunscreen, play safe, and have lots of fun!
