Pongal (IPA: / ˈθaɪˈpoʊŋʌl /) is a multi-day Hindu harvest festival celebrated by Tamils. The festival is celebrated over three or four days with Bhogi, Thai Pongal, Mattu Pongal and Kanum Pongal, beginning on the last day of the Tamil calendar month of Margazhi, and observed on consecutive days.

Pongal is a harvest festival celebrated by the Tamil community. It is a celebration to thank the Sun, Mother Nature and the various farm animals that help to contribute to a bountiful harvest. Celebrated over four days, Pongal also marks the beginning of the Tamil month called Thai, which is considered an

Jan 22, 2025 · Pongal, four-day harvest festival of Tamil Nadu state, southern India. Pongal is also celebrated by the Tamil diaspora in various other regions of southern India and around the world.

Pongal is one of the most popular harvest festivals of South India, mainly of Tamil Nadu. Pongal falls in the mid-January every year and marks the auspicious beginning of Uttarayan - sun's journey northwards.

Pongal 2025 starts on January 14, marking the harvest festival's four joyous days. Learn about its dates, history, significance, and customs for each day. Pongal 2025: Pongal, one of Southern...

Jan 6, 2025 · Whether you’re lighting a bonfire on Bhogi Pongal or cooking delicious Pongal recipes, this harvest festival promises joy, togetherness, and gratitude. As Pongal 2025 approaches, make plans to celebrate with family, try out new Pongal Festival recipes, and embrace the rich traditions of South India.

Jan 14, 2025 · Pongal, a sweet rice treat made with newly harvested rice, milk and jaggery, is a special food that families make. The meal is offered to the Sun God as a token of appreciation for a plentiful crop. Since cattle are vital to agriculture, Mattu Pongal is devoted to them.

Jan 6, 2025 · Often regarded as the first major celebration of the year for Hindus, Pongal theme is more than just a harvest festival – it is a cultural and spiritual expression of thanking Mother Nature.

Jan 11, 2025 · Pongal, one of the most significant harvest festivals in Tamil Nadu is observed for four days and honors nature, agricultural fields, and community spirit through rituals, feasts, and gratitude.

Jan 11, 2025 · Pongal, Tamil Nadu's cherished harvest festival, is a vibrant four-day-long celebration of gratitude, abundance, and togetherness. Each day brings its own unique rituals and customs, from honoring Surya, the Sun God with sweet Pongal to celebrating cattle as the symbols of Prosperity.