Pongal isn’t just a festival; it’s a four-day symphony of gratitude, harvest, and joy that fills every Tamil home with warmth and vibrance. This festival marks the beginning of the Tamil month Thai and is believed to bring prosperity and good fortune. Each day of Pongal – Bhogi, Thai Pongal, Mattu Pongal, and Kaanum Pongal has its unique significance and traditions. Yet they share a common theme: paying homage to nature, cattle, and community. But no Pongal celebration is complete without rangoli or kolam. Drawing rangoli is an age-old tradition that brings positivity, welcomes guests, and celebrates the festive spirit. Whether you’re a rangoli pro or a first-timer, we’ve got some exciting and easy Pongal rangoli designs to make your Pongal décor stand out this year.

1. Bhogi Pongal

Bhogi is the first day of the Pongal festival. This day is all about discarding the old and embracing the new, symbolised by lighting a bonfire. You can reflect this theme in your Pongal rangoli design with fiery hues of orange, red, and yellow.

2. Thai Pongal

This is the main day of the festival, dedicated to Surya, the Sun God. Your rangoli can feature traditional Pongal pots overflowing with rice, sugarcane, and turmeric.

3. Mattu Pongal

Cows and bulls play a vital role in agriculture and Mattu Pongal is the day to honour them. To make sure your kolam reflects it, you can draw vibrant bulls, cattle motifs, or even the traditional bell garlands they wear.

4. Kaanum Pongal

The final day of Pongal is for connecting with loved ones and enjoying nature. Create rangoli with peacocks, lotus flowers, or rice grains to represent joy, peace, and togetherness.

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