Pongal is one of the major celebrations in Tamil Nadu. The festival marks the transit of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn.
It marks the beginning of the harvest season and the conclusion of the winter season.
Pongal is observed for over four days. This year, the celebration will begin on January 15 and go on till January 18.
Pongal 2024: DateThe four-day-long celebration will begin with Bhogi Pongal on January 15.
On January 16, Surya Pongal will be celebrated.
People celebrate Mattu Pongal on January 17, and the final day, Kaanum Pongal, is on January 18.
Pongal 2024: CelebrationsOn Bhogi Pongal, people clean their homes and decorate them with flowers and lights.
On Surya Pongal, people worship the Sun God. People also decorate their houses with traditional designs drawn using rice flour and red clay known as Pongal Kolam.
On Mattu Pongal, people worship cattle and seek blessings for a rich harvest.
On the final day, Kaanum Pongal, people exchange gifts and host a feast for their close ones.