Traditionally a day of cleaning and clearing out old items — symbolically making space for a fresh season. Many families also pray for rain and wellbeing.
What this festival celebrates
A symbolic "shift" towards brighter days - individuals embrace brightness, warmth, and rejuvenation.
Appreciation for the harvest, the rain, and the many helping hands (and paws) that bring it all in.
Flying kites, enjoying sweets, creating rangoli/kolam designs, visiting temples, having family meals,
Please note that the day-to-day summary below is based on the core outline from the previously provided "3 days of Sankranti and Pongal celebration" page.
3‑Day Pongal Celebration Guide
A basic outline for a three-day itinerary: its significance and common family activities.
The main celebration day — families thank the Sun (Surya) for helping the harvest. Special food is cooked and offered with prayers.
A day to thank cattle for their role in farming. People bathe and decorate cattle, adorn horns, and celebrate with village/community activities.
Many families mark Makar Sankranti as a one‑day festival with temple visits, prasad, special foods (like khichdi), and kite flying.
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Regional traditions you can add
Several popular add-ons that enhance the overall look and feel of the page.
Groups come together on terraces and open spaces to fly kites, enjoy music, indulge in snacks, and
Enjoy sesame and jaggery treats and greet with “तिळगुळ घ्या,
Bright patterns at the entrance—welcoming guests, prosperity, and good luck.
During this period in certain areas, bonfires, music, and the tradition of sharing peanuts/rewri provide additional comfort.
Sharing grains, clothes, or food is a common way to spread warmth to those in need.
Develop a small plan: reach out to seniors, drop by neighbors' homes, distribute treats, and snap a family picture.
Food that fits the theme
Fast and important things to bring up (no need for recipes—just names + their significance).
- Tilgul / Til laddoo (sesame + jaggery)
- Chikki (peanut/sesame brittle)
- Puran poli / Gul poli (sweet flatbread)
- Sakkarai Pongal (sweet pongal)
- Ven Pongal (savory pongal)
- Sugarcane (symbol of abundance)
- Khichdi (often offered as prasad)
- Gajak / Revdi (winter sweets)
- Peanuts + jaggery snacks
Include eco-friendly decorations and steer clear of harmful kite strings to ensure a bird-friendly and people-safe celebration.
Marathi Quotes (कॉपी करा)
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वेगळा शब्द वापरून पाहा (उदा: “सूर्य”, “पतंग”, “तिळगुळ”, “समृद्धी”).
FAQ
Can I add more days or rename them?
Yes — edit the DAYS and QUOTES lists in the script at the bottom.
Is Pongal always 3 days?
Numerous families mark a 3-day festival. Certain communities may add extra traditions - feel free to extend the schedule if desired.
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