At the Chennai home of Subbu Subramanian, Pongal is an “intense” and unique celebration. “In most communities, only one pot of pongal is prepared per household.

"Families prepare the Pongal dish and offer prayers to the Sun God for prosperity, decorate their homes with intricate kolam (rangoli ... Pongal dish in a new clay pot. "The milk is allowed ...

Malaysian Hindus will celebrate Pongal, the harvest festival, on Tuesday (Jan 14), a tradition that expresses gratitude for a bountiful harvest while seeking blessings for prosperity. Hindu Sangam ...