Bhogi, marking the start of the four-day Pongal festival, is celebrated on January 13, 2026, in Southern India and Maharashtra. This harvest festival symbolizes renewal, gratitude for abundance, and letting go of the past to welcome new beginnings. Key rituals include lighting bonfires (Bhogi Mantalu) with old items to signify shedding negativity and embracing positivity. Homes are cleaned, decorated, and families gather to celebrate, express thanks to nature and deities like Lord Indra for good harvests, and prepare for Makar Sankranti.