The festival of Pongal holds great significance as it connects South Indians to their culture and traditions. Although it is celebrated across India with different names such as Lohri in the North, Makar Sankranti in the West, and Uttarayan in Gujarat, it is the same festival. Due to the increasing number of South Indians in various countries, the festival has also become popular in Europe. Recently, a video has surfaced online, showing the staff of the Prime Minister's office in the UK celebrating Pongal with a feast. The video, which has gone viral, features men and women dressed in formal attire and defense uniform, enjoying traditional meals served on banana leaves, using their hands to eat
