Kolkata, Jan. 14 -- West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday greeted to everyone on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti.

"Heartiest greetings to everyone on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti. Lakhs of pilgrims will take the holy dip today at Gangasagar," Ms Banerjee posted on her social networking page.

"My best wishes to all. Sab tirtha baar baar, Gangasagar ek baar," she said.

Ms Banerjee also wished everyone on the occasion of Poush Sankranti.

"Wishing everyone on the occasion of Poush Sankranti. May the pithe-puli add sweetness in your lives," the chief minister tweeted.

"I pray for the prosperity of every household in Bengal," she added.

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