Pongal 2025: Tamil Nadu Celebrates Harvest Festival with Traditional Fervour

Pongal, the Tamil harvest festival, was celebrated across Tamil Nadu with traditional enthusiasm. This four-day festival, starting in mid-January, expresses gratitude for the harvest and marks the beginning of the auspicious Thai month. Celebrations include rituals, prayers, feasts, and vibrant cultural performances. Social media engagement further enhances the festival’s reach and community spirit.

Pongal 2024: Five-Day Holiday Announced in Tamil Nadu, Kerala Celebrates Harvest Festival

Pongal, a major harvest festival in South India, was celebrated on January 13th, marking the start of a four-day event. The festival honors the Sun God and involves various traditions. Both Kerala and Tamil Nadu declared public holidays, with Tamil Nadu granting a five-day break for schools and offices. Pongal signifies prosperity, family unity, and cultural heritage, and also presents significant economic opportunities for the region.

Pongal 2025: A Comprehensive Guide to India’s Harvest Festival

Pongal, a major harvest festival in South India, is celebrated with unique rituals and customs across states. From Bhogi’s cleansing rituals to Thai Pongal’s sun worship and Mattu Pongal’s cattle celebrations, the four-day festival is rich in tradition. Regional variations, such as Karnataka’s Gobbemmalu and Kerala’s coinciding Makaravilakku, showcase Pongal’s diverse celebrations across India.

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