Harleen Reikhi: To me, Lohri is a reminder that change is natural and necessary. Winter does not last forever, and neither do difficult phases in life. The festival symbolises warmth, light, and new beginnings, which is something we all look forward to emotionally as well. It also strongly connects with the idea of gratitude. In today’s fast life, we rarely stop and reflect on what we already have. Lohri gives that moment to slow down, be with family, and thank nature for its abundance. It reminds me to appreciate my journey, the people who support me, and the small joys that often go unnoticed but actually make life beautiful. One of those joys is festive food. I have always loved makki di roti with sarson da saag and the sweetness of jaggery-based desserts. As a child, waiting for those winter delicacies around Lohri was always very special.
Harpal Singh Sokhi: Lohri is a celebration of hard work, patience, and reward. Farmers thank nature for a good harvest, and in the same way, we should thank life for the results of our efforts. The end of winter and the start of longer days symbolise hope and positivity. It tells us that no matter how tough the phase is, warmth and happiness will return. Gratitude plays a big role in my life because it keeps you grounded. When you are thankful, you respect the journey and the people who walk with you. Lohri reminds us to celebrate abundance, stay humble, and always acknowledge the blessings that come our way. For me, food is an emotion, and Lohri food is all about comfort. Sarson da saag, makki di roti, gur, rewari and peanuts take me straight back to my childhood and the simple joy of eating together as a family in winter.
Kanwar Dhillon: Lohri, for me, is not just a festival, it is a feeling of change and hope. It marks the end of a cold, slow phase and the start of brighter, longer days. In life too, we all go through our own winters, times when things feel heavy or stuck. Lohri reminds me that nothing is permanent and that good times always return. It also makes me think about gratitude. We often get so busy chasing the next goal that we forget to thank life for what we already have. This festival makes me pause, look at my journey, my family, my work, and feel thankful for every small blessing that keeps me moving forward. And of course, Lohri is incomplete without good food. I have always loved rewadi, gajak and sarson da saag with makki di roti. As a child, sitting around the bonfire and enjoying these winter treats with family is one of my most cherished memories.
Rinku Dhawan: Lohri carries a very deep meaning because it talks about transition. Just like the season changes, our lives also move from one phase to another. There are times of struggle, and then there are times of warmth and comfort. Lohri reminds me that after every tough period, something better waits. The festival is also about being thankful to nature and to life for all that it gives us. Gratitude is very important to me because it keeps you humble and positive. When you take a moment to say thank you for your health, your loved ones, and your work, you start valuing things more and complaining less. Lohri brings that pause and that awareness. Food also plays a big role in bringing those memories alive. I still love the taste of til laddoos and peanuts, and my childhood favourite has always been warm kheer and homemade gajak shared with family after the Lohri pooja.
Parakh Madan: Lohri stands for fresh beginnings and the promise of better days. Just like the cold season slowly fades, our problems and worries also pass with time. The harvest festival gives a feeling of comfort and reassurance that light always follows darkness. It also teaches the value of gratitude. In the rush of daily life, we often forget to thank the universe for what is already working for us. Lohri makes you stop, look around, and feel grateful for your family, your career, and your health. It is a reminder to stay positive, stay hopeful, and always appreciate the present before moving ahead. I am a Punjabi and my parents are from Punjab, so Lohri has always been a big celebration in our household. The warmth of homemade food, til-gud sweets, revdi, popcorn, gajak, getting dressed in traditional attire, and dancing around the bonfire for hours with my friends and family were my childhood favourites, and even today, this festival instantly brings back beautiful festive memories.
