Mattu Pongal celebrated with traditonal fervour in Salem

Mattu Pongal was celebrated with traditional fervour across the district here on Saturday. Farmers thank their cattle for helping them in agricultural fields by celebrating the day in rural areas. Cow

Mattu Pongal was celebrated with traditional fervour across the district here on Saturday.

Farmers thank their cattle for helping them in agricultural fields by celebrating the day in rural areas. Cows were washed and their horns were painted in vibrant colours while many decorated the cows with bells and garlanded them.. Also, they offer prayers to the cow and milch animals that provide livelihood for farmers. Later, the cows were fed with sweet rice and taken in procession in villages.