Puthandu 2026: Celebrating Tamil New Year on April 14
Puthandu 2026: Date, Significance And Why Tamil Nadu Celebrates New Year In April
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Puthandu, or Tamil New Year, will be celebrated on April 14, 2026, marking the start of the Tamil calendar year. This festival, deeply rooted in Tamil culture, symbolizes renewal and agricultural prosperity, featuring rituals like decorating homes, preparing special dishes, and seeking blessings.
- 01Puthandu 2026 will be celebrated on April 14, marking the Tamil New Year.
- 02The festival originates from the Sangam period, celebrating the agricultural cycle.
- 03Rituals include decorating homes with Kolam designs and preparing traditional dishes.
- 04Puthandu signifies a time for reflection, renewal, and family bonding.
- 05The festival is celebrated by Tamils worldwide, emphasizing cultural heritage.
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Puthandu, also known as Tamil New Year or Varusha Pirappu, will be celebrated on April 14, 2026. This festival marks the beginning of the month of Chithirai and the Tamil calendar year, coinciding with the solar transition into Aries (Mesha) at 09:39 AM. The origins of Puthandu date back to the Sangam period, symbolizing the start of the agricultural year and a time for renewal and reflection. Celebrations begin the evening before with home decorations using Kolam designs, and families prepare a special tray filled with auspicious items. On the day of Puthandu, rituals include herbal baths, temple visits, and the exchange of greetings. Traditional dishes like mango pachadi and payasam are prepared, representing the balance of life. Puthandu is a significant occasion for Tamils to celebrate their rich cultural heritage and strengthen family ties.
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Puthandu fosters community bonding and cultural pride among Tamils, encouraging families to reflect on their agricultural roots and aspirations for the year ahead.
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