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Indian High Commission hosts Pongal festivities for migrant workers in Singapore

Updated - January 12, 2026 11:14 am IST Image used for representational purposes only | Photo Credit: /iStockphoto The Indian High Commission in Singapore led nearly 1,500 Indian migrant workers in a day-long celebration of Pongal, a major harvest festival, that also marks the beginning of the Tamil month. High Commissioner Dr. Shilpak Ambule and Tung Yui Fai, Chief of the Assurance, Care and Engagement Group in the Ministry of Manpower, joined the celebrations on Sunday (January 11), extending greetings and well wishes to the workers at the festival held in northern Singapore’s industrial district of Sembawang.

Indian High Commission hosts Pongal festivities for migrant workers in Singapore

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Key Highlights

  • “The evening brought together migrant workers, community partners, and volunteers in a vibrant celebration of culture,” said S.
  • Ganesh, lead organiser of Mett. AI which organises events for migrant workers through social networks.
  • “Over 50 talented local artists, performing alongside migrant workers, delivered electrifying performances and colourful cultural showcases that captured the essence and vibrancy of India’s harvest festivals,” he said.
  • “More than 110 dedicated volunteers, mostly Indian professionals working in Singapore, helped transform the event into a memorable experience for the workers from India employed by heavy duty construction and marine industries as well as domestic helpers,” said Mr.
  • Ganesh.
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