Celebrated mainly in South India, particularly Tamil Nadu, Pongal is observed in the month of Thai according to the Tamil solar calendar and usually starts on January 14 or 15. The four-day festival this year starts on January 15 and will end on January 18.
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On June 25 the festival of Surya Puja will be celebrated. This time this festival has become particularly significant as the auspicious yog of Bhanu Saptami is taking place in the Ashadh month. This auspicious coincidence is taking place after a gap of 11 years. On this day Bhanu Saptami will also be celebrated. Fasting and worshipping for Surya Dev marks this day. , Spirituality News, Times Now
The four festival days are known as Bhogi Pongal, Surya Pongal, Mattu Pongal, and Kanum Pongal. This year s four-day celebration will be held from January 15 to January 18.