Tamil New Year 2024

Tamil New Year 2024

Date, Rituals and Significance

Puthandu, the Tamil New Year on April 14, 2024, holds religious significance with legends of Lord Indra and Lord Brahma. Celebrated auspiciously, it marks the beginning of a new year filled with hope, prosperity, and joy for the Tamil community.

Traditions and Festivities

On this day, people clean their homes, prepare delicious meals, and visit temples to seek blessings for a prosperous year ahead. Traditional rituals such as Kolam (decorative designs), Panchanga Sravanam (reading of the almanac), and the preparation of special dishes like Maanga Pachadi (a sweet and sour mango dish) are observed with great enthusiasm.