The Tamil community in Western Australia came together to mark Pongal with a vibrant celebration that brought a slice of Tamil Nadu to Weeip Park, Midland. Organised by the Tamil Association of Western Australia Inc (TAWA) in collaboration with 18 Tamil organisations, the event on 15th February 2025 showcased traditional customs, performances, and community spirit.
Central to the festival was the Pongal cooking ceremony, where rice, milk, and jaggery were boiled in earthen pots as a symbol of prosperity. The event featured a range of cultural activities, including Kolam art, Kabaddi, Kili thattu, Kummi dance, a cultural procession, Parai drumming, and a Silambam martial arts display. Attendees also sampled traditional South Indian cuisine, while exhibits highlighted the scenic and historical landmarks of Tamil Nadu.
Among the guests were Tanya Richardson, Mayor of the City of Swan, Mayor Katy Mair of the City of Melville, Dr Jags MLA, and the President of the Indian Society of WA (ISWA). The Consul General of India in Perth praised the efforts of TAWA and its partners in keeping Tamil cultural, linguistic, and literary traditions alive in Western Australia. He also invited the community to engage in the upcoming Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0, drawing attention to the contributions of Sage Agastya in Tamil literature and traditional medicine.
In parallel, the Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0 took place from 15th to 24th February in Varanasi, bringing together 1,000 delegates from Tamil Nadu, including students, writers, artisans, and professionals. The event explored the deep-rooted ties between Tamil Nadu and Kashi through literary discussions, performances, and cultural exchanges. Traditional Tamil dance forms such as Thappattam, Kummi, Kolattam, Ammanattam, and Gramiya Kalai Attam were showcased, blending the heritage of Varanasi with Tamil influences.
These events highlight the continued exchange of traditions, strengthening cultural bonds across regions while celebrating Tamil identity on a global stage.
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