In response to public queries and confusion regarding the observance date of the Pongal festival in 2026, the Malaysia Hindu Sangam has come up with their official statement. 

Based on the Malaysia Vakya Panchangam, the official date for the celebration of Thai Pongal 2026 is confirmed as follows:

Date : 15 January 2026

Day: Thursday

Thai Pongal marks the beginning of the auspicious Tamil month of Thai. According to Panchangam, the Malaysia Hindu Sangam emphasizes that Thai Pongal for the year 2026 must be observed on Thursday, 15 January 2026 (Thai 1). 

This article, curated with information from Malaysia Hindu Sangam!

Image Credit : Wego Travel Blog