As the sun moves towards the northward on Uttarayan, we are ready to welcome more warmer days and a renewal of hope. With the auspicious ‘tithi’ or moment of Uttarayan, comes the biggest festival of harvest, Pongal. This festival marks the beginning of good luck. It is not just a festival, it fosters a deeper connection between nature and human life.
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In northern India, Makar Sankranti and Lohri are commonly celebrated which marks the end of the winter season. A similar harvest festival known as ‘Pongal’ is celebrated in Tamil Nadu and other regions of South India. It is the biggest Tamil harvest festival celebrated to express gratitude towards nature for the successful and bountiful plantations.
This festival holds a deep religious significance and is dedicated to Sun God. On this day people pray to Sun God and Lord Indra (the god of rain) for nurturing the crops.
This year Pongal will be celebrated from 15th January to 18th January 2024. It is a four-day long festival and every day begins with a thanksgiving ritual and extending warm wishes to loved ones, friends, and family. The celebrations of Pongal are steeped in the roots of rich Tamil Tradition. From designing beautiful kolams to cooking lip-smacking dishes, the festivities of Pongal bring immense joy and moments of togetherness.
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The first day of Pongal (Bhogi Pongal ) is celebrated by cleaning and decorating the houses. This day marks the end of Tamil month Marghazi and ushers in an era of positivity.
The second day is Surya Pongal which begins by cooking a special ‘Pongal dish’ prepared in an earthen pot. This sacred dish is offered to Surya Narayana or Sun God. It is believed that worshipping the Sun God on Thai Pongal bestows good fortune and all good things in life.
The third day of Mattu Pongal is about decorating cattle and farmers express their heartfelt thanks to them for a successful harvest of crops. One of the great rituals performed on Mattu Pongal is the offering of haldi kumkum to cattle.
The concluding day of this celebration begins with Kanum Pongal, a day of exchanging gifts and participating in community celebrations.
The festival of Pongal showcases the beauty of Tamil tradition. The sweetness of Pongal dish, sugarcane, and jaggery weave a tapestry of tradition that brings people together.
Here is a list of warm wishes on Pongal to share with friends and family. Send these beautiful Pongal wishes to your loved ones and make them feel a little more special. It is a time for building new fresh connections. Share these beautiful text messages on WhatsApp and Instagram with your friends.
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Pongal wishes
1 Happy Pongal 2024. May your life be filled with joy and laughter.
2 May the festival of Pongal brings love and light to you and your family. Happy Pongal
3 Pongal is a time to make sweet memories. I wish you and your family a Pongal filled with beautiful memories. Happy Pongal 2024
4 May the harvest festival of Pongal, blesses you with growth and success. Happy Pongal
5 May the festival of Pongal illuminate your life. Happy Pongal 2024
6 Wishing you a Pongal that is as bright and cheerful as the Sunlight. Happy Pongal
7 May the festival of Pongal usher in a great year ahead. Happy Pongal
8 May the days of Pongal bring joy and fulfillment to you. Happy Pongal
9 May your Pongal be seasoned with good times. Happy Pongal
10 Sending warm wishes to you and your family on the joyous occasion of Pongal. Happy Pongal
11 May the blessings of Sun God be with you always. Wishing you a very happy and bright Pongal.
12 May the sweetness of sugarcane and jaggery make your life more sweeter. Happy Pongal 2024
13 May the colours of kolam, and the warmth of sunrise bring loads of positivity to your home. Happy Pongal.
14 May Sun God bless you and your family with lots of abundance and good fortune. Happy Pongal,
15 May the fragrance of ghee and the sweetness of Pongal dish bring melody to your life. Wishing you a very happy Pongal.
16 Wishing you a Pongal that brings you closer to your loved ones. Happy Pongal
17 Sending your way lots of love, good vibes, and best wishes. Happy Pongal 2024
18 The beautiful colours of kolams are believed to bring good luck. I wish the canvas of your life is painted with colourful kolams. Happy Pongal 2024
19 As the festival of Pongal arrives, it brings a sense of hope and renewal. Happy Pongal 2024
20 Wishing you a Pongal full of cherished moments with friends and family. Happy Pongal
21 May the rays of the sun bring golden opportunities to you. Have a Pongal full of joy and blessings.
22 May the festival of Pongal bless you with good health, prosperity, and abundance. Happy Pongal 2024
23 The rich Tamil tradition of Pongal weaves everyone in a spirit of gratitude. Wishing you a very happy Pongal.
24 As you make beautiful kolams on the doorstep of your house, may success and happiness knock the doors of your life sooner. Happy Pongal
25 The joy of celebrating Pongal is beyond words, it is a tapestry of traditions that symbolizes thanksgiving to nature and livestock. Happy Pongal
26 The day of Mattu Pongal is the mark of respect towards cattle who help in the bountiful harvest of crops. Happy Mattu Pongal
27 May the day of Pongal bring prosperity and abundance to you. Happy Pongal
28 May the festival of Pongal usher in a season of rewarding opportunities, positive affirmations, good health, and best accomplishments. Happy Pongal.
29 All four days of Pongal tie everyone in a closer bond and best moments. Happy Pongal.
30 May the sunrise and sunlight bring brightness to your life. Happy Pongal.
31 The beautiful festivities of Pongal, the celebratory spirits all recall the blessings of the Sun God on us. Happy Pongal
31 May the festival of Pongal fulfill all your dreams. I wish you and your family a sweet and cheerful Pongal.
33 The bright sunlight, the colours of kolam, and the aroma of the Pongal dish make the revelry of this auspicious occasion of Pongal a more grand festival. Happy Pongal.
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