India, Jan. 15 -- The Minister participated in traditional rituals and community festivities, underscoring the Institute's commitment to celebrating India's rich cultural traditions alongside academic excellence

CHENNAI : Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon'ble Education Minister, Government of India, celebrated Pongal today (14th Jan 2026) with the staff, faculty and students ofIndian Institute of Technology Madras(IIT Madras).

A traditional Pongal celebration was jointly organised by the Staff Club, IIT Madras and the Muthamizh Mandram, IIT Madras, under the leadership of the Institute's administration. The event underscored the Institute's commitment to celebrating India's rich cultural traditions alongside academic excellence.

Prof. V. Kamakoti,...