Noyyal Pongal Festival at Perur Padithurai on January 15

Perur Padithurai in Coimbatore is set to host the Noyyal Pongal Festival on January 15, a cultural celebration to thank the Noyyal River.


Coimbatore: The Noyyal Pongal Festival, a cultural event to express gratitude to the Noyyal River, is scheduled to take place on January 15 at Perur Padithurai. This event will see the gathering of various volunteer organizations and the public at the banks of the Noyyal River. The festival aims to bring together the community in a celebration that includes preparing Pongal (a traditional South Indian dish) as a gesture of thanks to the river.

The Noyyal Pongal Festival will feature an array of cultural activities, including folk songs and dance performances, enriching the festive spirit of the occasion. This event emphasizes the importance of the Noyyal River in the local community's life and celebrates its contribution to the region's prosperity and culture.

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