Thai Pongal was celebrated in most parts of the North this morning (14) under health guidelines, except within the Vavuniya town limits, which has been isolated due to the spread of COVID-19.
Thai Pongal celebrations did not take place at Hindu Kovils within the town limits due to the town's isolation, while traders also stayed home as all shops in town are closed.
Hindus mark Thai Pongal as the dawn of a new year and as such, people of the North mark the day by giving priority to religious observances.
The following are images from Thai Pongal celebrations in various parts of the North and a deserted Vavuniya town this morning.
(Pix by Romesh Madushanka)
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