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Ponggal not religious festival, says Gobind

KUALA LUMPUR (Bernama): Communications and Multimedia Minister Gobind Singh Deo has clarified that Ponggal is not a religious event or festival.

He said it is an event marking the celebrations of the harvest season, as well as success or abundance.

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