Vishu
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Kerala's festival of the astronomical New Year, on the first day of Medam. The day begins with Vishukkani, an arrangement of golden konna flowers, rice, fruits, gold, a mirror and a lamp, seen first on waking.
New YearSouthern India
| Where | Kerala; Malayali communities everywhere |
|---|---|
| When | 1 Medam (about 14 April) |
| Calendar | Solar (Mesha Sankranti) |
| Next date | 14 April 2027 |
What people do
- Vishukkani at dawn.
- Vishukkaineettam: elders give money to the young.
- A Vishu sadya (feast) and fireworks.
Significance
A wish for a prosperous year ahead. (The Malayalam calendar year itself begins on 1 Chingam.)