Brands celebrate Makar Sankranti with colourful messages

Makar Sankranti Bihu, Pongal and Lohri posts dominated social media as brands wished consumers with colourful creatives and happy messages

As the entire India celebrated the beautiful occasion of Makar Sankranti, Bihu, Pongal and Lohri, which marks the beginning of the season of harvest, brands too were seen engaging with their audience on social media.

While, brands like McDonald's India, Maaza India, Reliance Fresh, HDFC Bank,  Parle G, Tata Sky and others kept it simple by sending good wishes to their customers, Jaipur Police, and Rajasthan Police on the other hand asked customers to be careful while flying kites and not to hurt animals in their jest to celebrate the festival. Mumbai Police who is known for their wittiness on social media, kept it simple this time, wishing everyone Makar Sankranti.

Social Samosa takes a look at how brands celebrated the festival of kites with colourful creatives.

Amul

Flipkart

Big Bazaar

Aadhaar

Aadhaar wishes you a happy Makar Sakranti and Pongal. #MakarSakranti #Pongal pic.twitter.com/pkwZPKloAE

— Aadhaar (@UIDAI) January 14, 2018

UC News

UC News wishes all its users a very happy #MakarSakranti. Follow us because with longer days come more trends. pic.twitter.com/kp5fI0KYoS

— UC News (@UCNews_India) January 14, 2018

Farm Fresh

Parle G

May your kite soar the highest this new year! Tell us how you'll be celebrating #Uttarayan, also known as #MakarSakranti in the comments below! pic.twitter.com/O04X4hCopt

— Parle-G (@thegeniushub) January 14, 2018

Crownit

May the festival of Makar Sakranti bring you good luck, wealth, abundance and wishing that you always soar high, just like the kites in the sky.

Happy #MakarSakranti pic.twitter.com/ul188dfHxd

— Crownit (@CrownitApp) January 14, 2018

The Wadhwa Group

McDonald's India

This Pongal, treat your taste buds to our twist on India's very own classic and wholesome rice pudding. Indulge in the Phirni McFlurry that's flavoured with delicate spices, fragrant rice and condensed milk! Wish you a prosperous and happy #Pongal . pic.twitter.com/c57QCbAPnA

— McDonald's India (@mcdonaldsindia) January 14, 2018

Maaza India

At times, all it takes to truly dive into the festive spirit, is watching kids being themselves! Bring on the good times with Maaza, this Pongal. pic.twitter.com/gjYMUy3cW5

— Maaza India (@MaazaIndia) January 15, 2018

HDFC Bank

We know how to keep age old traditions alive, no matter what! Do you know of any other interesting facts about #Pongal? Do share it with us. Wishing you all a prosperous Pongal. pic.twitter.com/QWAjFYJzCu

— HDFC Bank (@HDFC_Bank) January 14, 2018

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Reliance Fresh

The 7th and the last question of the #7Sankrants quiz is here. It will test your knowledge about the mythological beliefs about the Festival.

Comment your answers below and win* Rs.500 JioMoney! #ContestAlert #Pongal T&C Apply. pic.twitter.com/KxtkZ0oahC

— Freshwaale (@RelianceFreshIN) January 14, 2018

Tata Sky

While #Pongal is just around the corner, here's a quick guide to the festival from us. Don't forget to follow the celebration across our handles. #IndiaKaPongal pic.twitter.com/itnsGQoe28

— Tata Sky (@TataSky) January 12, 2018

SBI Life Insurance

SBI Life wishes you a Happy Harvest and hopes your year is filled with prosperity. #Lohri #MakarSankranti #Pongal #Bihuhttps://t.co/Uhjj2LTg11 pic.twitter.com/MOQsn99fVO

— SBI Life Insurance (@SBILife) January 14, 2018

Nerolac Paints India

Here’s hoping that your celebrations are joyous and full of color, on this bright and auspicious day. #Bihu #ColoursOfFestivals #NerolacPaints pic.twitter.com/1QEbmG4o5U

— Nerolac Paints India (@Nerolac_Paints) January 14, 2018

Bank of Baroda

From celebrating the harvest festival to praying the Sun deity, we wish you have a blessed day that brings prosperity into your life. Wishing you all a happy #MakarSankranti, #Bihu, #Sankranthi, #Uttarayana and #Pongal. pic.twitter.com/T6knbt5WhO

— Bank of Baroda (@bankofbaroda) January 14, 2018

Park Avenue

Jazz up your life this festive season.#ParkAvenue #HappyLohri #MakarSankranti #Pongal #Bihu pic.twitter.com/UJuOLqq42y

— Park Avenue (@parkavenuestyle) January 14, 2018

Kolkata Airport

#KolkataAirport wishes everyone a #HappyLohri #MakarSakranti #Pongal and #MaghBihu. @AAI_Official pic.twitter.com/tHlOryeB3q

— Kolkata Airport (@aaikolairport) January 13, 2018

Mumbai Police

मकर संक्रांतीच्या गोड शुभेच्छा! pic.twitter.com/V8pnndEUXq

— Mumbai Police (@MumbaiPolice) January 14, 2018

मकर संक्रांतीच्या गोड शुभेच्छा! pic.twitter.com/V8pnndEUXq

#MakarSakranti is here! Don't let your excitement get the best of you. Discourage use of #Chinese/Glass coated Manja yourself and amongst people around you.



Your fun could become the end of life for someone. Be careful, stay aware. Keep the #KillerKites at bay!#SafeJaipur pic.twitter.com/0tiTSLn4Mo

— Jaipur Police (@jaipur_police) January 11, 2018

मकर संक्रांतीच्या गोड शुभेच्छा! pic.twitter.com/V8pnndEUXq

Finally, the Festival of Kites is here. Elderly must ensure they accompany children to make it joyous and fun. #FestiveTips~ #Kids shouldn't be allowed fly kites on thier own as it can be fraught with risks.

Enjoy a Happy & Safe #MakarSakranti#HappyUttrayan pic.twitter.com/5EBl4Nrtiw

— RajasthanPolice (@PoliceRajasthan) January 13, 2018

मकर संक्रांतीच्या गोड शुभेच्छा! pic.twitter.com/V8pnndEUXq

मकर संक्रांतीच्या गोड शुभेच्छा! pic.twitter.com/V8pnndEUXq

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