Pongal celebrations
13 JAN 2023
The Students of Aadhithya, celebrated Pongal on JAN 13, 2023 with great enthusiasm and joy. Pongal is a traditional harvest festival celebrated in South India, and it marks the end of the winter solstice and the start of a new harvest season. The students had an amazing time marking the Pongal festivities, before they broke off for their Pongal vacations.
Smartly dressed in colourful ethnic wear, the students performed many enthralling songs and dances. As part of the celebration, ‘Chakara Pongal’ was prepared in clay pots and distributed to the Parents, Students, Teachers and Support Staff. The sweet dish, made of rice, moong dal, jaggery and milk, is a traditional delicacy prepared during Pongal and is considered to be a symbol of abundance and prosperity.
The celebration began with a prayer, followed by a message, which reminded the children about the importance of the harvest festival. The message emphasized the importance of gratitude and being thankful for the blessings of nature and the hard work of farmers.
The cultural programs that followed were a true reflection of the significance of the harvest festival. The students performed various songs and dances, depicting the joy of the harvest season and the importance of nature in our lives. The skit that was performed by the students, showcased the traditional practices and customs followed during Pongal.
The highlight of the day was the bullock cart ride for children. The children were thrilled to take a ride on the bullock cart, which is a traditional mode of transportation used by farmers. This was followed by indigenous games like marbles and breaking the pot. These games are popularly played during Pongal and are a symbol of the harvest season.
Overall, the Pongal celebration at Aadhithya was a true reflection of the rich culture and tradition of South India. The students had a great time celebrating the festival and learning about its significance. The school management, teachers, and support staff worked hard to make the event a success and ensured that everyone had a memorable time.
