PM Modi 'Pongal Has Emerged As a Global Festival'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday greeted the people of Tamil Nadu and Tamils across the globe on the occasion of Pongal, saying it is a shining symbol of the richness of Tamil traditions. 

In a letter in Tamil and English, Modi also said that it was gladdening to see Pongal emerge as a global festival. "Dear fellow citizen, Vanakkam!| I extend my heartfelt greetings to you



and your family on the joyous occasion of Pongal. 

This special festival reminds us of the close relationship between human labour and the rhythms of nature," Modi said in his letter.

The Prime Minister attended the Pongal celebration held at the residence of Union Minister of State L Murugan on Wednesday morning and performed puja and addressed the gathering.