Vishu 2023: A Look At Celebrations In South India

Vishu is the first month of Medam and is celebrated on April 15 every year. Kerala, the Mahe district of Pondicherry, and various regions in Tamil Nadu celebrate the occasion with great enthusiasm.

A Look At Vishu Celebrations In South India

On the festival of Vishu, a large number of people have flocked to the Pazhavangadi Maha Ganapathi temple in Thiruvananthapuram. (Image Source: ANI)

The celebrations also include worshipping Lord Krishna, also known as Unni Krishnan, an avatar of Lord Vishnu, creating kolams (rangolis) out of rice and flour, and donning new clothes. (Image Source: PTI)

Vishu ushers in a fresh cycle of agriculture in Kerala. So, farmers often offer prayers for a bountiful crop. On Vishu, special pujas are performed in a variety of temples, including the well-known Guruvayur and Sabarimala. (Image Source: ANI)

Elders donating money to kids and others is a 'Vishu Kaineettam' tradition. The celebrations also include a lavish lunch featuring traditional Keralan delicacies, or vishu sadhya. Additionally, Vishu, also promotes the value of rejuvenation and introspection, which involve evaluating one's life and, if required, making changes for the better. (Image Source: ANI)

All around the country, this event is celebrated with a lot of excitement. While West Bengal and Assam celebrate Poila Baishak, Punjab and Haryana celebrate Baisakhi, and Puthandu is a holiday in Tamil Nadu along with Vishu. (Image Source: ANI)