Dikhyaa Mohanty 
Maha Vishuba Sankranti also known as Mesha Sankranti and Pana Sankranti and Odia New Year is being celebrated today across the State. Special arrangements have been made at several places to observe the auspicious Pana Sankranti with traditional fervor. Pana bhoga is being offered in every household on the occasion.
Pana Sankranti also marks the end of the 13-day Danda and Jhamu Yatra observed in Southern Odisha. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to the people of Odisha on the occasion of Pana Sankranti and Odia New Year. He quoted- “May the new year be filled with an abundance of happiness. May the spirit of brotherhood in our society be furthered and may everyone be in the best health.”
Odisha Governor Professor Ganeshi Lal extended greetings to the people of the State on the occasion and wished that the new year may be a year of happiness and prosperity for all.
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik released a video message to wish the people of the State on the auspicious occasion. “May this year be a year of happiness, peace, and prosperity for all,” he said.
