Baisakhi / Mesha Sankranti
Wed, 14 April 2027
Happy Baisakhi! May the new harvest bring abundance and joy.
Significance
When the Sun enters Mesha (Aries), the solar new year is celebrated as Baisakhi (Punjab, founding of the Khalsa), Vishu (Kerala), Puthandu (Tamil Nadu), Pohela Boishakh (Bengal) and Bihu (Assam).
Traditional rituals
- Gurdwara visits and Nagar Kirtan
- Vishu Kani — auspicious first sight
- Harvest celebrations
Do's
- Celebrate the regional new year as per your tradition. Regional / family custom
- Thank farmers and share food. Lifestyle & wellbeing
Don'ts
- Protect yourself from the rising summer heat. Lifestyle & wellbeing
Ayurvedic connection
The start of Grishma (summer): Ayurveda advises cooling drinks, sweet juicy fruits and avoiding midday sun.
Dates follow sunrise-based Panchang for the selected city. Regional calendars may differ by a day — follow your family or temple tradition.