PM Modi Holds Meeting with Vice-President to Mark Tamil New Year

Mr. Radhakrishnan extended his warm greetings to the public in celebration of several major festivals, including Puthandu, Baisakhi, Rongali Bihu, Maha Bishuba Pana Sankranti, Poila Boishakh, and Vishu.

Puthandu marks the Tamil New Year and is celebrated by Tamil communities around the world. It involves various cultural traditions, including festive meals and temple visits. Baisakhi is significant in Punjab, commemorating the harvest season and the formation of the Khalsa in Sikhism, often celebrated with processions and folk dances.

Rongali Bihu heralds the Assamese New Year in Assam, featuring traditional music, dance, and feasting. Maha Bishuba Pana Sankranti is celebrated in Odisha, marking the solar new year with rituals and community gatherings. Poila Boishakh, the Bengali New Year, is celebrated with cultural events and traditional foods in West Bengal and among Bengali communities globally. Lastly, Vishu is an important festival in Kerala, symbolizing the arrival of the new harvest and featuring rituals like the Vishu Kani and festive meals.

Mr. Radhakrishnans greetings highlight the rich cultural diversity celebrated across various regions in India.