Click to play videoNew Delhi: Harvest festivals are being celebrated across different parts of India. If it's Baisakhi in Northwestern India, it's called Mesadi, Vishu, Vaisakhadi and Bahag Bihu in other parts of the country.
Baisakhi not only marks the beginning of a new year, it is also the day of establishment of the Khalsa Panth by Guru Gobind Singh three centuries ago.
“Khalsa Panth was started by Guru Gobind Singh on April 13, 1699 and the second reason of celebration is that the crops are ready for harvesting,” says farmer, Jaswinder Singh Sangha.
The celebrations are in thanksgiving to the almighty for a season well spent. Young men and women dance to the liveliest of tunes. The Bhangra kicks up the celebratory mood.
“With Baisakhi, the time for celebration has come. Young men and women are all at their best. I dedicate my life to the beautiful state of Punjab,” says Parmjit Singh.
Although unseasonal rain affected crops this year, it has not dampened the festive mood.
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