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Bhogi Pongal

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Bhogi Pongal is the first day of the four-day Tamil harvest festival of Pongal, celebrated in Tamil Nadu, India, and by the Tamil diaspora worldwide. This day is dedicated to Indra, the god of rain and the king of gods. It symbolizes renewal and cleansing, with people discarding old items and deep-cleaning their homes to mark a fresh start. A bonfire, known as Bhogi Mantalu, is lit early in the morning, and old belongings are burned to signify letting go of the past and welcoming new beginnings. Families gather around the bonfire to celebrate with singing and dancing.12

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