Outpouring of interest in tradition


Pupils waiting for the milk in the earthen pot to boil over during the Ponggal celebration.

THE shouting of “Ponggolo Pongal” was heard all over SJK (T) Subramaniya Barathee in Gelugor, Penang, as the pupils and teachers celebrated the Ponggal harvest festival.

SJK (t) Subramaniya Barathee pupils proudly showing their artwork after a colouring session during the Ponggal celebration at the school. — Photos: LIM BEnG tatt/the Star
SJK (t) Subramaniya Barathee pupils proudly showing their artwork after a colouring session during the Ponggal celebration at the school. — Photos: LIM BEnG tatt/the Star

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