Pongal is only a few days away. Tamil Nadu'sĀ festival begins on January 13th and ends on January 16th. Pongal is associated with the Makar Sankranti and Uttarayan festivals. Pongal is a four-day holiday that is celebrated with considerable zeal. The four festive days are Bhogi Pongal, Thai Pongal (also known as Surya Pongal), Mattu Pongal, and Kaanum Pongal. Farmers express