Trichy marked the start of Pongal celebrations with Jallikattu 2026, the traditional Tamil bull-taming sport held during the harvest festival. The event featured 750 bulls and hundreds of participants.
A devoted Rajinikanth fan in Madurai celebrated Pongal in a unique way by offering prayers at a home temple dedicated to the superstar. The festival featured a 300-kg idol, bullock cart display, navadhanyam, and creative vegetable and grain decorations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today participated in the Pongal celebrations at the residence of Union Minister of State L. Murugan in the national capital. As part of the Pongal celebrations, PM Modi offered prayers and also fed cows on the auspicious occasion.
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Chennai will see heightened security for Kaanum Pongal on January 17, with over 16,000 police personnel deployed and strict safety measures enforced along city beaches.
India is a land of immense devotion and festivities, where we have a plethora of cultures and traditions. When it comes to the Hindu culture, Makar Sankranti is one significant festival dedicated to Lord Surya or the Sun God.
This year's four-day celebration will be held from January 15 to January 18 and will be distinguished by a number of customs and rituals, such as the giving of milk rice to the sun deity and the well-known bull-taming sport of Jallikattu.
The Vice President said “May Makar Sankranti bring prosperity, peace and harmony in everyone’s life."
The literal meaning of Pongal is spilling over or boiling. It is derived from Tamil literature. This resembles abundance and prosperity. Pongal is celebrated to thank God for providing a year-long good harvest. Along with this, Pongal is also named out of a sweet dish. It is made of rice, jaggery, and milk.
"A majority of the festivals celebrated in our country depict our integral relationship with nature and agriculture."
