Sri Lanka, Jan. 15 -- "Regarding gratitude, the Thai Pongal festival teaches us that nature, even animals, should be given our love, kindness and respect. The reason for all the natural conflicts we are facing in the world today is the serious distortion of nature and the human mind.

The existence of a multi-ethnic, multi-religious and multi-lingual society is confirmed by the commitment of all to respect the cultural identities of each nation.

Likewise, it is in reading the core systems of each culture correctly and acting accordingly. If we properly recognise the lesson that the Thai Pongal festival, which Hindu devotees celebrate with great joy, teaches us, it will be a great help to our lives.

Regarding gratitude, the Thai Pongal f...