Baisakhi / Vishu / Tamil New Year 2026
Tuesday, 14 April 2026Public Holiday
2026 celebration (passed)
Tuesday, 14 April 2026
See 2027 date below.
Names in regional scripts
About Baisakhi / Vishu / Tamil New Year
Sun enters Aries. Baisakhi (Sikh New Year) in Punjab. Vishu (Kerala New Year). Tamil New Year in Tamil Nadu. Celebrated across India as the solar new year.
Tithi: Solar — sun enters Aries (Mesha) · Type: major · Fasting: Not central to this festival
Baisakhi / Vishu / Tamil New Year dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 14 Apr | Monday |
| 2026This year | 14 Apr | Tuesday |
| 2027 | 14 Apr | Wednesday |
| 2028 | 14 Apr | Friday |
| 2029 | 14 Apr | Saturday |
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Acharya Suryakanth Subramaniam | Parashari JyotishFrequently asked questions
When is Baisakhi / Vishu / Tamil New Year 2026?
Baisakhi / Vishu / Tamil New Year 2026 falls on Tuesday, 14 April 2026. Solar — sun enters Aries (Mesha)
What is the significance of Baisakhi / Vishu / Tamil New Year?
Sun enters Aries. Baisakhi (Sikh New Year) in Punjab. Vishu (Kerala New Year). Tamil New Year in Tamil Nadu. Celebrated across India as the solar new year.
Is Baisakhi / Vishu / Tamil New Year a public holiday?
Yes, Baisakhi / Vishu / Tamil New Year is observed as a gazetted public holiday in India. Most government offices, banks, and many private businesses remain closed.
Do you fast on Baisakhi / Vishu / Tamil New Year?
Fasting is not the central ritual of Baisakhi / Vishu / Tamil New Year. The day is celebrated with feasts, prayers, and family gatherings.
When will Baisakhi / Vishu / Tamil New Year be celebrated next year (2027)?
Baisakhi / Vishu / Tamil New Year 2027 will be celebrated on Wednesday, 14 April 2027.
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