Welcome to The dense Fog Chronicles and dry winter spell in India for the year 2024 ! In this blog post, we will explore the phenomenon of dry winter spells in India and around the world, specifically focusing on the year 2024. As climate change continues to impact our planet, it is crucial to understand the various weather patterns and their implications.

As the winter season sets in, many parts of the world experience a phenomenon known as dense fog. Acute snowfall, dry winter spell and some of the places are without Snowfall and rainfall. This natural occurrence can have a significant impact on various aspects of life, from transportation to public health. In recent years, the enigma of dense fog, Dry winter spell and weather anomalies has become even more complex due to the influence of increasing effect of the El Niño , global climate changes as per most of the climatic scientists and weather science learners are exploring a climate pattern that affects weather patterns worldwide.

In this article, we will explore the connection between dense fog, dry winter spells, and the global repercussions of El Niño’s wrath on India and the rest of the world. We will Learn about the winter forecast and potential weather challenges in the USA, India, and Europe for 2024 and we try to understand about about blizzard cold, snowfall, and dry winter spells for the year 2024 via astrometeorology and weather forecasting system of the indian jyotish system and try understand whether El Niño is the real cause for this year intense weather challenges which is impacting transportation, infrastructure, agriculture, and daily life. Stay informed and prepared to mitigate the challenges of winter weather.

Understanding Dry Winter Spells in Hilly regions of india for the year 2023-24

The winter season in northern India became more severe, resulting in the occurrence of dense fog over several states. The minimum temperatures in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh ranged from 6 to 9 degrees Celsius, while New Delhi, south Rajasthan, and north Madhya Pradesh witnessed temperatures ranging from 10 to 12 degrees Celsius. A significant portion of Northern India encountered dense fog, resulting in visibility dropping to as little as 6 feet for many consecutive days. Foggy conditions were seen in Haryana, Chandigarh, as well as isolated regions in Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh, resulting in visibility dropping to less than 200 meters.

As per Kashmir Vision, newspaper , In December 2023, the union territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh experienced extremely dry conditions, with a rainfall deficit of 79% and 100% respectively. Dr. Muhammad Muslim, an Assistant Professor in the Environmental Sciences department at Kashmir University, stated that there are evident signs of climate change. “Upon analyzing historical data, there are evident indications of climate change.” “Regarding the precipitation regime, it is clear that we are experiencing both a reduction in precipitation and a change in the pattern of precipitation,” he stated.

IMD Satellite image : Clearly shows North india to north west india is covered by the dense fog.

As per IMD satellite image we can clearly see that whole Northern india to north west india is covered with the dense layer of fog impacting from J&K, to Punjab, West Up, Bihar, west pakistan, Rajasthan, central india etc.

“There is a noticeable change in winter precipitation.” Dr. Muslim stated that there is a decrease in precipitation in both India and Kashmir, although the decline is not particularly noteworthy in the latter. He further explained that there will still be some precipitation, but it will mostly occur during the spring season.”The changing climate is a direct result of system behavior,” he stated, acknowledging the lack of comprehensive research to determine the primary factors behind this change. “Limited progress has been made in analyzing the drivers to determine the most significant factors,” he stated.

According to Dr. Sami-ullah Bhat, a senior assistant professor in the Environmental Sciences department at Kashmir University, the precipitation pattern is influenced by the wind directions, cloud movement, and the timing and impact of its interaction with the mountains.

Scientifically, Dry winter spells refer to periods of reduced precipitation during the winter season. These spells are characterized by a lack of rainfall or snowfall, resulting in drier and colder conditions. While winter is typically associated with cold weather and precipitation, these dry spells disrupt the normal climate patterns.

In recent years, many regions, including India, have experienced an increase in the frequency and intensity of dry winter spells. These phenomena can have significant consequences for various sectors, including agriculture, water resources, and even public health.

During the winter season, many regions of india are experience a dry spell characterized by a lack of rainfall in the month of October, November and December . This dry winter spell can exacerbate the formation of dense fog. The absence of precipitation reduces the moisture content in the air, creating ideal conditions for fog formation. As a result, the fog becomes denser and persists for longer periods.

India, in particular, is known for its dense fog during the winter months. The northern parts of the country, including the Indo-Gangetic plains, often witness prolonged periods of foggy weather. This has a significant impact on transportation and disrupts daily life for millions of people.

As per Kashmir observer, Many of weather scientists are claiming these dense fog and dry winter spell is occurring due to “El Niño, a cyclic series of climatic variations affecting certain areas of the Pacific region. As per the statement from the Director of the Meteorological Department, this is the lengthiest duration without noteworthy snowfall since 2015. According to him, the valley encountered its initial significant snowfall on January 24th, 2015. Usually, occurrences of El Niño and La Niña often happen at intervals ranging from two to seven years, although they do not adhere to a fixed pattern.

El Niño is a naturally recurring phenomena characterized by periodic increases in sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern parts of the Pacific Ocean. La Niña is characterized by below-average sea temperatures, representing the reverse of the normal conditions. Both El Niño and La Niña have a substantial impact on the weather patterns of Earth. El Niño has a higher frequency of occurrence compared to La Niña, as stated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted higher than average minimum and maximum temperatures for the December-February period, influenced by the persistent impacts of El Niño and other regional factors. As a result, the majority of India is anticipated to see a milder winter this year. El Niño is officially defined when there is a sustained increase of at least 0.5 degrees Celsius in sea surface temperatures in the tropical eastern Pacific, compared to the long-term average.

As per Scientist, The elevated maximum and lowest temperatures experienced across the entire country during the period of December 2023 to February 2024 can mostly be ascribed to the occurrence of El Niño, which is known to cause higher temperatures. Furthermore, regional elements such as frequent western disturbances will result in cloud cover and lower minimum temperatures,” as stated by Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, Director General of the Indian Meteorological Department, at a virtual press conference.

Professor Shakeel Ahmad Romshoo, a specialist in Earth science and glaciology, supports the IMD forecast and predicts that the Kashmir valley will likely have a relatively mild winter with less snowfall than typical this year.Due to the ongoing El Niño phenomenon, hilly regions of india likely to see less severe winters with below-average snowfall. During an El Niño year, the Kashmir Himalayas typically get reduced snowfall. “It is responsible for the prolonged drought that has been witnessed in the valley recently.

Astrologically Speaking ( as per rules of Medini Jyotish ) , Condition of Elnio and la nino occurrence is responsible due to the magnetic changes occurring in the Sun and the correspondent Sunspots visible in the solar region, Majorly responsible for the weather conditions in india and across the globe. In Year 2023, we have seen multiple times the visibility of the sunspots from May 2023 to July 2023 and also during the month of October 2023 as well. This has been widely explained in the Brihat Samhita in Chapter 3rd of Adityachar.

As per “ Acharya Varahmihira ” 33 Ketus or 33 Dark shafts has been observed in Sub orbits during particular sun transits in different-different signs with slow moving planets, Uniquely Named as “ TamasaKilakas “ and effects has been seen and observed based on Color, Positions and Shapes. Acharya further explains impact of “Tamasakilakas “ in various regions in earth Whenever these dark shafts has been appeared in sun facing earth regions during Sun transits: “ Water turns turbid, Sky is filled with Dust, Storm arises carrying sand and breaking the tops of mountains and trees, there appears Flares in the quarter; thunderbolts, earthquakes and other such unusual phenomena take place in earth, Clouds bearing rains activity observes and river usually becomes slender “

( Quote 9, 10 and 13, Brihat Samhita of Varahmihiraby Ramakrishna Bhatt).

Important Astrological factors resposible for climatic conditions changes

1) Role of Sun and Mars: If both Sun and Mars are closely conjugated or having close relations in same house in Ardara Parvesh chakra, usually gives intense dry and warm weather for that year and there will be intense heat waves before start of monsoon. If Sun is behind Mars, there will be possibility of no rains for whole monsoon season.

2) Sun and Saturn: Whenever both sun and Saturn are closely placed in one rashi, usually in summer, intense heat waves observes and in winter usually observes acute cold with good amount of Snowfall.

3) As per mundane rules Saturn is considered as karaka for dry and cold winds and usually it gives dryness and acute coldness in atmosphere’s depends on seasonal changes and whenever it is placed in Jala Nadi it usually gives Strong windstorm of water and air and storms can cause massive cyclones in coastal regions and wrecking of ships via thunderstorms is a role of mars when it is with Saturn or getting aspect from mars in coastal areas.

If Saturn is in airy nadi, it usually drives away all the clouds responsible for rain with its huge blow of wind and dryness.

If Saturn is in Agni nadi, it usually gives intense dry heats waves; Dusty wind storms and heavy storms which are very powerful and even can break any buildings or obstacle come over their paths.

Sapta nadi Chakra is again a very useful tool or an ancient chakra schemes used by our sages in predicting weather, floods, thunderstorms, cold conditions, and heat waves patterns especially for rainfall and it is a best tool to use for predicting Monsoon activities in India around sun movement in ardara Nakashtra.

Though it can be used for world Rain patterns but it needs extensive work on with Koorma Chakra for World charts for locating Nakashtras. Mostly Explanation of Sapta Nadi Chakara is widely seen in two ancient sources of Saptanadi Chakra – Narapati Jayachara and Sage Parashara and all later texts are based on them. Original source of Sapta nadi Chakra was a tantric text titled ‘yamaleeya-Svarodaya’.

As Explained by Narapati Jayachara , it is used for Calculation on quantity of rainfalls starting from Kritika Nakashtra.

“ Pushya , Poorva Phalguni, Abhijeeta, Satabhishaq “ are fall in Jala nadi ruled by Mercury.

Prachanda Nadi usually gives huge blow of wind, Vayu Nadi gives normal volume of winds and Agni Nadi gives Immense Heat and warm weather.

Neera Nadi usually gives clue of entry of clouds and in Jala and Parachanda Planets give heavy rainfall.

If there is placement of Malefic, Moon and Beneficial planet in same sign or same nakashtra it usually gives huge amount of rainfall.

If there is Moon and any planet conjugated in same nakashtra at same day it gives heavy rainfall for continues 2.5 days till moon is conjugated with that planet.

If in Amrita Nadi both Malefic and Benefic planets are placed with moon it usually gives continues rain up to 3,4 or maximum up to 7 days.

In Jala Nadi If Moon is with Both Malefic and Benefic it can also give rain up to 1.5 or 5 days.

If in any nadi there is Moon, mars and Jupiter are closely placed it can also drown whole earth for some days. During planet direct motion, retrograde motion, and combustion and during any planet movement in sankranti in Jala nadi it usually gives excessive rainfall for few days.

Placement of Mars ahead than sun has capability to suck all clouds which are meant for heavy rain, it usually gives warm weather with no rain.

Mars with Sun usually gives excessive heat waves and warm weather and much possibility of high humidity.

For making a Sapta nadi Chakara we need to use 28 Nakshatra scheme. 28th Nakshatra ‘Abhijit’ is also allotted a space towards the end of Uttarashada.

These Nakshatras are subdivided into 7 Nadis starting from ‘Krittika’ (3rd Nakshatra) as ‘Vaat Nadi or Airy Nadi ’ followed by ‘Ati-vaat or PrachandNadi’, ‘Dahan’, ‘Soumya’, ‘Neera’, ‘Jala’ and ‘Amrita’.

Usually Vaat produces windy weather, Ati-vaat produces cold weather after Rainstorms, Dahan increases temperature depending on the environment as Dahan Nadi is very sensitive nadi wrt to nature and surroundings and it gradually increases with the time and environment, and Soumya, Neera, Jala and Amrita nadis are rain producing Nadis.

If there is in any case an unnatural activity has been observes in Saptanadi chakra, we can same also confirm via “Casting Hindu Near year chart for India “ based on entry of sun on “ Chaitra Shukala partipat tithi “.

By casting Hindu New Year chart we can cross check for any unnatural activity is damaging to country or not and what could be future situation for rain and crops in that particular year.The Sapta nadi chakara sequence follows a serpentine pattern as we have assigns Nakashtras based on Serpents in below mentioned Diagram, as suggested by shiri Narpati Jaicharya ji:

From January 2023, we have been witnessing unusual weather patterns due to the entry of Saturn into the Satabisha Nakashtra. The Satabisha Nakshatra is associated with windy conditions, intense rainfall, and cold weather during winter and rainy season, which can induces the condition of Ati-Vaat in atmosphere.

We have observed extreme rainfall since April 2023, when Jupiter joined with Rahu and Saturn influenced the Aries sign, which governs the northeastern region of India. Saturn in Aquarius indicates the northern region of India, while Scorpio represents the western region. Throughout the year, these regions have experienced severe weather conditions, initially with heavy rainfall and now with intense weather.

The dry winter period, once again linked to the Satabishaa nakshtra, is expected to occur in December 2023 without any alignment with Saturn.

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The Impact on India

India, with its diverse climate patterns, is no stranger to dry winter spells. In 2024, the country experienced an extended period of reduced rainfall and snowfall in several regions. This had far-reaching effects on agriculture, particularly in areas that heavily rely on winter crops.

During dry winter spells, the lack of moisture in the soil can hinder crop growth and reduce yields. Farmers may struggle to irrigate their fields adequately, leading to lower agricultural productivity. This, in turn, can have a ripple effect on the economy and food security.

Furthermore, dry winter spells can also impact water resources in the country. With reduced precipitation, rivers, lakes, and reservoirs may experience lower water levels. This can pose challenges for both domestic water supply and irrigation purposes.

Additionally, the lack of rainfall during the winter season can contribute to increased air pollution. Without precipitation to cleanse the air, pollutants and particulate matter can accumulate, leading to poor air quality. This can have detrimental effects on public health, particularly for individuals with respiratory conditions.

The Global Perspective of climate change

Dry winter spells are not limited to India; they are a global concern. In 2024, several countries across the world experienced similar weather patterns. Regions in Europe, North America, and Asia also reported reduced precipitation during the winter season. The implications of these dry spells vary depending on the geographical location. In areas where winter tourism is a significant economic driver, such as ski resorts, the lack of snowfall can have severe economic consequences. It can impact tourism revenue, employment opportunities, and the overall local economy.

Moreover, the ecological balance of certain regions can be disrupted by prolonged dry winter spells. Ecosystems that rely on winter precipitation, such as forests and wetlands, may suffer from water scarcity. This can affect wildlife habitats and biodiversity.

Adapting to Changing Weather Patterns

As we face the challenges posed by dry winter spells, it becomes crucial to adapt and mitigate their impacts. Governments, communities, and individuals can take various steps to address these changing weather patterns.

Investing in water conservation and management strategies is essential to ensure sustainable water resources. This includes promoting efficient irrigation techniques, rainwater harvesting, and the development of water storage infrastructure.

Furthermore, diversifying agricultural practices can help reduce the dependence on specific crops that are vulnerable to dry spells. Farmers can explore alternative crops or adopt techniques such as crop rotation to mitigate the risks associated with reduced winter precipitation.

On a broader scale, addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions is crucial to prevent further disruptions to our climate patterns. This requires collective efforts from governments, businesses, and individuals to transition towards renewable energy sources and adopt sustainable practices.

Global Repercussions of El Niño’s Wrath, dense fog and dry winter spell

El Niño is a climate pattern characterized by the warming of the Pacific Ocean near the equator. It occurs irregularly, typically every 2-7 years, and has far-reaching effects on weather patterns worldwide. El Niño can disrupt the normal atmospheric circulation, leading to extreme weather events in various regions.

One of the consequences of El Niño is the alteration of winter weather patterns. It can lead to drier conditions in some areas, including India, resulting in an increased likelihood of dry winter spells. This, in turn, contributes to the formation of dense fog.

Furthermore, El Niño’s impact on global temperatures can exacerbate the intensity of dense fog. Warmer temperatures can increase the moisture content in the air, creating more favorable conditions for fog formation. As El Niño events become more frequent and intense, the enigma of dense fog is likely to persist and even worsen in the future.

The Enigma of Dense Fog in india from December 2023 to January 2024

Dense fog is a meteorological phenomenon defined by the existence of condensed, low-altitude clouds that diminish visibility to less than 1 kilometer. It happens when there is a significant amount of moisture in the atmosphere along with low temperatures. This combination results in the condensation of moisture into minuscule water droplets, so generating a misty ambiance.

As per Kashmir vision, Weather analyst Faizan Arif Keng, who works independently, also commented on this matter, stating that a relatively mild Western disturbance during the Christmas period may not have resulted in much rainfall. However, it probably did contain a higher amount of moisture in the form of water vapor compared to ordinary conditions. The surplus moisture may have condensed into minuscule water droplets at the surface, resulting in the formation of fog.

Typically, he stated that wind aids in the dispersion of fog by blending and displacing the elevated warm air with the lower chilly and damp air. “Nevertheless, as a result of the lack of powerful winds originating from Western Disturbance, the foggy layer remained confined near the surface, resulting in an extended period of foggy conditions,” he stated. Following the cessation of the disturbance, the absence of clouds facilitated efficient radiational cooling. According to him, the fog became more intense, particularly in the mornings, due to the additional condensation of water vapor caused by rapid nighttime cooling.

On nights with clear skies, the earth’s surface emits heat, resulting in a quick decrease in temperatures. According to him, the quick decrease in temperature close to the surface causes the water vapor in the air to turn into fog.

The presence of dense fog can exert a substantial influence on multiple industries, with transportation being notably affected. Fog frequently leads to reduced visibility, resulting in aircraft delays and cancellations at airports. Incidents of road accidents tend to rise during foggy circumstances due to the challenges faced by drivers in maneuvering through the limited vision. In addition, the presence of dense fog can have detrimental impacts on public health, resulting in respiratory issues and allergic reactions.

Astro-Metrological understanding on weather challenges, Dense fog, dry winter spell and low snowfall for the year 2023-24

As per Astro-metrological rules of medini jyotish ( Mundane astrology) , With the ingress of the sun in the Sagittarius sign November- December 2023 , the actual winter season will likely to begin in the hilly regions of the northern and eastern states from 17th of December 2023 onward to 16th March 2024 , that can have a strong impact on the plains of the North, North West, some portions of the western states, and mountain ranges of the eastern states from 17th December drastically, as soon as sun ingresses and move closer toward Mercury temperature will drop very rapidly in Northern & north western regions of India.

This year northern states may have long lasting winter due to Planetary alignments are moving more closer around February and March 2024 month and it will also impact selective states i.e Jammu & kashmir, uttrakhand, Himachal Pradesh, ladakh , Western Up, Western Punjab, North Western Pakistan, Afghanistan, Delhi NCR regions, few portions of Punjab region etc will have mixed winter, sometime acute cold and sometimes warm weather and we can expect a strong blizzard cold waves can start that can start from 17th to 28th December 2023 onward, though it will be for short term period but it will have good impact on weather and atmosphere.

Later on Mars & Sun conjunction will prevail bit warm weather in Northern and North Western areas but it also bad for the perception and effect badly the winter rainfall and the snowfall in the hilly that will have strong impact on winter condition of the December 2023 and eventually the dense fog and cloudy weather affettis will continue upto 12 January 2024, meanwhile Western area of india will have high chances to expect unexpected & sudden rainfalls from 29th December to 11th January 2024 onward.

Once, Jupiter becomes direct with Uranus in Aries, Neptune will mature its degree from 0 to 1 in Pisces with the loose conjunction of Rahu , we can see sudden disturbance in the economical world, chances of Financial crime, scam, along with certain military actions or kind of Anarchy on the eastern and North Eastern border areas of India or North eastern countries or there could be chances of some kind of geopolitical conflicts in the south eastern region due to some break in the treaty or signing authority.

The overall period from 8th January to 27th January is quite an active period for the Geopolitical issues around the globe which can have direct or indirect impact on the global financial world along with military activities that could be possible in the border areas also.

Currently, the sun is with Mercury, which is responsible for the wind condition require for the rainfall that india receive from west in the form of western disturbance helps to clear the weather and increase the chances cold wave with snowfall, as Sun is in deep conjunction with mercury it shows that cold waves will increase as soon as the sun moves closer to the Mercury in higher ranges of the India which can impact with sudden increase of cold waves in higher altitudes and cold waves will move toward the lower altitudes in the northern region from ending of December 2023 to mid of January 2024 though it will be for short term period but it will have strong impact on sudden change of weather from 18th December onward and during these dates temperature may fall rapidly from 15 degree to around 5 to 7 degrees in the night and stagnant weather condition in the day without the sun.

This also indicates the beginning of new sunspot regions in active areas of the sun , which can indicate sudden weather changes and chances of normal to average magnitude of earthquake from 17th to 28th of December in Ushan areas ( means areas where heat and lands are combined i.e desert areas ).

Though the sun and Mercury are without any affliction, it won’t impact the weather negatively but it will increase cold wave intensity suddenly from Western region.

Saturn will have a direct aspect on direct Jupiter and retrograde Uranus in Aries around the end of December 2023, which will further act as catalysts for weather anomalies along with sudden upheavals in the financial world.

As Jupiter and Uranus take time to achieve it mature state from stationary direct to natural direct, the months of January and December would be very interesting and would bring sudden geopolitical issues to the globe, which can impact the financial world, economy, and weather challenges in the whole globe.

Meanwhile, retrograde mercury will move back to the Scorpio sign, along with Venus, which also helps to intensify rainfall in the south-western and south-eastern regions of India, and further, Mars will join hands with the sun to increase warm winters in a few western regions of India.

The effect of winter will be there unless and until the sun is conjoined with Saturn, but later on, when the sun moves closer towards the north node of Rahu, we can expect sudden rainfalls in the northern and eastern regions of India in late February and March 2024.

Overall winter starts giving it its actual results in February and March month when there are good conjunction of planets with winter giving planetary alignment meanwhile after 16th January 2024 onward upto 1st February 2024 we can expect increase of sudden hot and cold weather simultaneously both northern region due to sun movement and conjunction of Mars with Venus & Mercury which can dry up the weather and usually clears the cloudy weather and helps to keep warm the atmosphere and air pressure also maintained due to change in the wind flow.

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Understanding, The Shishir Ritu, Paush Month and the chilling winter season traditionally

With the beginning of Margashirsha Poornima , there is the beginning of Sishir Ritu ( intense Winter ) & Paush Month. The month of Margashirsha is closely linked to Lord Krishna and Paush month is dedicated to the lordship of Surya Dev and Lord Vishnu and closely linked with many seasonal changes. Autumn ( Sishir ) is a season that is part of the six seasons in India. According to the Vikram Samvat calendar, the months of Magha and Phalguna correspond to the season of ‘Shishir’, which is autumn. Makar Sankranti is also regarded as the starting point.

During the winter season, the temperature drops significantly, resulting in extremely low temperatures. A dense fog starts to develop. The directions intensify progressively, as though Vasundhara and Ambar have merged into a unified entity. Dew causes particles to get moist.

During this season, nature is flourishing. Foliage commences its descent. The entire area is enveloped in fog. Therefore, these seasons represent distinct stages of existence that imbue life with fascination, tranquilly, and fulfilment. The plant undergoes blooming during the winter season. An abundance of blooming plants available for purchase may be observed at the market.

Vegetable plants and creepers achieve their maximum productivity exclusively during this season. There is an abundance of vegetables on the market. The cuisine appears to be delectable, yet the flavour of the rasa is not reminiscent of its natural essence.The process of digestion accelerates to such an extent that regardless of the type or quantity of food consumed, complete digestion occurs.

The current period is referred to as Visharga Kaal, which signifies the conclusion of Dakshinayana.

During this period, the moon’s energy surpasses that of the sun. Consequently, throughout this season, there is a significant augmentation in the nutritional content of medications, vegetation, soil, and fauna. During this season, there is a buildup of kapha in the body, whereas pitta dosha is diminished.

During the winter season, the digestive capacity is heightened due to the naturally intensified stomach fire. This phenomenon occurs as a result of the impact of cold air, wind, and a frigid environment on the body’s skin, which hinders the release of internal heat. Consequently, the heat accumulates within the body and intensifies the stomach fire. Hence, the wholesome and energising diet consumed during this period bestows acuity, vigour, and sustenance to the body all year round.

During the winter ( Sishir ) season, there is a high concentration of solar nectar in the sky. Consequently, vegetables, fruits, and plants have a strong affinity for these nectar ingredients, which they absorb and assimilate, resulting in their enrichment. During Makar Sankranti, the winter season remains in its early stage. Sesame seeds and oil are purported to be remedies for colds. The body can be fortified by consuming various nutritious foods such as nuts, milk, jaggery, and peanuts, which are particularly beneficial during the colder winter months.

The current season is commendable. Upon the advent of a fresh harvest, the initial tribute is presented to the divine being. Currently, the significance of sesame has been elucidated in the context of fast food. Lord Ganesha is venerated during the month of Magha. Shani Shree Amavasya, Somvati Amavasya, Makar Sankranti, Tilak Chaturthi, and Tilak Ekadashi are observed as festivals.

The scientific perspective offers valuable insights on health, whereas religion mandates its adherence as an obligation.

Hence, the utilisation of sesame seeds during the celebrations of Makar Sankranti, Lohri, and Pongal holds significance. Jaggery-based foods are nutritious. As per religious traditions, the act of donating sesame and jaggery during the months of Pausha and Magha is considered noble and advantageous.

During winter, the severity of coldness in the environment escalates. During the uttarayana period, the sun’s energy steadily diminishes, resulting in a decline in bodily strength. It enhances the strength of your bones, teeth, skin, and hair. Sesame seeds have a calcium content that is six times higher than that of almonds.

Hence, it is recommended to ingest sesame seeds throughout the upcoming fasting holiday in this season. The winter diet enhances immune function year-round. During the winter season, several main foods are produced, including gond, methi, magaj ke laddoo, and saunth sweets. These dishes are not only delicious but also easily digestible.

Moreover, they possess medicinal properties that promote good health. During the winter season, frigid snow waves begin to shift.

Individuals are experiencing hardship due to the low temperatures. The strength of the sun’s rays diminishes under extremely cold conditions. The sensation of the sun’s rays is becoming pleasurable. The intensity of the flames is becoming increasingly alluring.

As per quote “Shishire Swadante Vahitaya: Pavane Pravati” During the winter season, when the frigid wind blows, it is gratifying to warm oneself by the blaze. Makar Sankranti is regarded as a festival that takes place during the winter season as widely recognized as change in seasonal direction due to movement of the sun.

As per the Expert comment by Dr Sunil Shearon, Author of the book the Science of time, In the Vedic era (Ramayana/Mahabharata and before that), there was no concept of Makar Samkranti and Mesh Samkranti as the 12-sign animal zodiac is a greek concept further worked on by indian astrologers. But what we used to have were two fixed intercalary months (Adhik Ashadha and Adhik Pausha, 6th and 12th respectively.).

Remember what Bhishma said in Mahabharata “Panchme Panchme Varshe Dvau Masa…”, first adhik Ashadha in middle of third year, then adhik Pausha at end of fifth year (of a 5-year yuga). 24 such yugas made up a Mahayuga.

Ramayana happened in 24th Treta and Mahabharata in 28th Dwapara, perfectly justifying the 17-18 generations that lie between them

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