Tamil Nadu: Pongal celebrations... - All India Radio News

As the first rays of the Pongal sun embrace the fields, a symphony of traditions unfolds in the vibrant tapestry of South India. Bhogi Pongal marks the cleansing flames, a metaphor for shedding the old and embracing the new. Then comes the heart of the festival, Thai Pongal, where homes resonate with the aroma of 'Pongal,' a delectable offering to the Sun God, symbolizing gratitude for the bountiful harvest. The spirit extends to Mattu Pongal, a day to honor our four-legged companions who toil a