01/24/2026
🌾🙏 Thank You – VTS Pongal 2026 🙏🌾
With hearts full of gratitude, Vancouver Tamilians Society thanks everyone who joined us to make Pongal 2026 on January 18 a truly memorable celebration of culture, tradition, and togetherness.
We are deeply honored by the presence and support of our distinguished chief guests:
• Chief Superintendent Gurmakh (Bill) Parmar – Burnaby RCMP
• Mr. Masakui Rungsung, Consul General of India in Vancouver
• Mr. Sukh Dhaliwal, Member of Parliament – Surrey–Newton
• Ms. Sunita Dhir, MLA for Vancouver–Langara & Parliamentary Secretary for International Credentials
• Mr. Mandeep Dhaliwal, MLA for Surrey–North
• Ms. Linda Annis, Surrey City Councillor
Your presence meant a great deal to our community.
A heartfelt thank you to all attendees who came with family and friends and filled the celebration with joy and warmth.
Special appreciation to our talented artists and performers for their stunning performances that brought the spirit of Pongal to life.
And sincere thanks to our sponsors and supporters—your generosity and encouragement made this event possible.
Together, you made VTS Pongal 2026 a beautiful and successful celebration 🌾✨
Thank you all for being part of Pongal 2026
Thanks to Sathish for great pictures!