Vishu
The Ancient indian subcontinent influence; New year, not only in some states of India, but also for her neighboring states like, Burma, Compodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal and Tailand. The route of Rajaraja Chola.
Those regions which follow the Solar calendar, the new year falls on Baisakhi in North and Central India,Ugadi in Andhra Pradesh Rongali Bihu in Assam, Tamil Putthandu in Tamil Nadu, Vishu in Kerala, Bishuva Sankranti in Odisha and Poila Boishakh in Bengal in the month of the calendar, i.e., Vaishakha. Generally, this day falls during 14th or 15th of the month of April. Those following Lunar calendar consider the month of Chaitra (corresponding to March-April) as the first month of the year, so the new year is celebrated on the first day of this month. Similarly, few regions in India consider the period between consecutive Sankarantis as one month and few others take the period between consecutive Purnimas as a month. The traditional New Year in many South and Southeast Asian cultures is based on the sun's entry into the constellation Aries. In modern times, it is usually reckoned around the 14th of April.
Have celebrated Vishu since time immemorial, and being a Sun person, No wonder this day is of special significance for me. It's been 8 years, since I was gifted my home this day, which adds to the importance of this day.
Happy New Year dears!
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