Pongal Home Preparations: What’s Cleaned, Cooked Before the Day
Pongal Home Preparations: What’s Cleaned, Cooked Before the Day
IN · Published Jan 13, 2026
Homes are thoroughly cleaned before Pongal to symbolize removing the old and welcoming new beginnings.
Traditional dishes like Pongal, vadai, and payasam are prepared in advance for offerings and family enjoyment.
Pre-Pongal rituals carry cultural and spiritual significance, fostering unity and gratitude.
Pongal: Cleaning and cooking before the day
Pongal, the vibrant and joyous harvest festival of South India, is a time for families to come together, express gratitude for a bountiful harvest, and celebrate new beginnings. As the festival approaches, homes buzz with activity as families engage in thorough cleaning rituals and prepare traditional dishes to mark the auspicious occasion.
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