Stating that the harvest festival brought joy and prosperity in abundance to families, Purohit said "let us resolve to keep up this glorious tradition of celebrating nature, our customs and the greatness of Tamil culture with gaiety and pride."
Purohit extended his "heartiest greetings and best wishes," for Pongal and Sankranthi.
Chief Minister K Palaniswami extended his greetings to the people, wishing them a prosperous life on the occasion.
The gift pack to ration card holders includes rice, sugar, cashew and raisins and is being distributed through PDS outlets.
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Police personnel and Sri Lankan refugees are also eligible to get these gift packs.
Stating that Tamil Nadu government followed the footsteps of 'Amma,' the Chief Minsiter highligted several welfare schemes for farmers, including the Farmers Protection Scheme.
DMK Working President M K Stalin extended his greetings to the people and urged the cadres to hoist party flags on the occasion.