The Harrow Tamil Community marked a significant milestone with the celebration of its 16th Annual Thai Pongal Festival, held on January 11, 2026, at the Harrow Arts Centre. The vibrant and well-attended event was organised by respected community leaders, including former Mayor of Harrow Cllr Suresh Krishna together with former Deputy Mayor Cllr Sasikala Suresh.
Reflecting the fact that Tamils form the fourth-largest community in Harrow, the celebration brought together residents from a wide range of backgrounds to honour Tamil culture, heritage, and values.
The programme featured colourful and energetic cultural performances presented by a broad spectrum of sociocultural and religious Tamil organisations, showcasing the richness and diversity of Tamil traditions.
The festivities attracted a distinguished audience, along with community leaders and representatives from across the borough, reinforcing Harrow’s strong spirit of unity and multiculturalism.
Through lively performances and wide community participation, the event highlighted the enduring importance of Tamil traditions while celebrating the shared values that bind Harrow’s diverse communities together.
The Harrow Tamil Community reaffirmed its commitment to preserving cultural heritage and fostering mutual understanding, and looks forward to continuing this annual tradition in the years to come.
Reflecting the fact that Tamils form the fourth-largest community in Harrow, the celebration brought together residents from a wide range of backgrounds to honour Tamil culture, heritage, and values.
The programme featured colourful and energetic cultural performances presented by a broad spectrum of sociocultural and religious Tamil organisations, showcasing the richness and diversity of Tamil traditions.
The festivities attracted a distinguished audience, along with community leaders and representatives from across the borough, reinforcing Harrow’s strong spirit of unity and multiculturalism.Through lively performances and wide community participation, the event highlighted the enduring importance of Tamil traditions while celebrating the shared values that bind Harrow’s diverse communities together.
The Harrow Tamil Community reaffirmed its commitment to preserving cultural heritage and fostering mutual understanding, and looks forward to continuing this annual tradition in the years to come.
Harrow Monitoring Group 