Purpose

To offer gratitude to Surya and nature for prosperity and nourishment.

अवलोकन

Thai Pongal is a harvest festival in Tamil Nadu. It honors the Sun and nature, expressing gratitude for abundance.

Step-by-Step Procedure

1

Preparation & Cleanliness

Clean the puja area, take bath, wear clean clothes, and arrange items neatly.

2

Sankalpa (Intention) & Invocation

Mentally set your intention and start with a simple prayer to Ganesha and your chosen deity.

3

Main Puja & Offerings

Offer flowers, incense, lamp, and naivedya. Chant the festival mantra or simple prayers.

4

Aarati & Prasad

Perform aarati and distribute prasad to family members.

5

Closing & Gratitude

Offer final prayers, express gratitude, and keep the space clean afterwards.

Primary Mantra

ॐ सूर्याय नमः

Do's and Don'ts

करें

• • Keep kitchen/puja clean
• • Share pongal with neighbors
• • Feed birds/cows if possible

न करें

• • Avoid food wastage
• • Avoid unsafe cooking/fire practices

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न

यह पूजा कौन कर सकता है?

कोई भी भक्त इसे घर पर सरल रूप से कर सकता है।

क्या पुजारी चाहिए?

जरूरी नहीं। विस्तृत विधि/होम के लिए पुजारी से परामर्श करें।