Pongal, a significant harvest festival in Tamil Nadu, will be celebrated from January 14 to January 17, 2026. The festival, whose name means 'to overflow,' symbolizes prosperity and abundance, with traditions including cooking rice and milk in an earthen pot. It marks the beginning of the harvest season, expressing gratitude to nature and the Sun God. The four-day celebration includes Bhogi Pongal for renewal, Thai Pongal as the main day for Sun God worship, and Mattu Pongal honoring cattle.