The origins of Lohri are many. Many people believe the festival began as a celebration of the eve of winter solstice.
Lohri is the Punjabis' cultural celebration on the eve of winter solstice. However, instead of celebrating Lohri on the eve of winter solstice, Punjabis celebrate it on the last day of the month during which winter solstice takes place, Paush. This is due to linking Lohri to the Bikrami calendar.
