Tamil NaduTuesday, 14 April 2026·PIB

Puthandu and Regional New Year / Harvest Festivals Celebrated

Tamil Nadu celebrated Puthandu (Tamil New Year) on 14 April, alongside regional new-year and harvest festivals across India such as Vishu, Vaisakhi, Bohag Bihu and Poila Boishakh.

Key highlights

  • Puthandu marks the first day of the Tamil month Chithirai.
  • Other festivals: Vishu (Kerala), Vaisakhi (Punjab), Bohag Bihu (Assam), Poila Boishakh (West Bengal).
  • President Droupadi Murmu extended greetings to citizens.
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