‘Cow Pongal’ celebrated with zest and zeal at ISHA Yoga Centre in Coimbatore

Jan 17, 2024

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Jan 17 (ANI): ‘Cow Pongal’ was celebrated with traditional dance and music at ISHA Yoga Centre in Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore on January 17 with full fervour. Cow Pongal at Isha Yoga Centre attracted tourists and local visitors in large numbers. An exhibition showcasing 23 different native cow breeds was organised as part of the festival. The exhibition was organised to raise awareness about endangered native cow breeds. The exhibition featured native cows from various states, including Gangeyam, Kangrij, Ongole, Gir, Tharparkar, Vechur, Mountain cow, and Thondai cow. Cow parades and ramp walks were also organised during the Pongal celebration. Pongal is a popular harvest festival in Tamil Nadu. It marks the beginning of ‘Uttarayana’-the northward journey of the sun. It signals the end of the harvest season and offers a special thanksgiving to the sun, earth and cattle.