Varsha Pirappu in Tamil Nadu 

It is the first day of Chithirai, the first month in the traditional Tamil calendar. every household is thoroughly cleaned and tastefully decorated – the doorways are garlanded with mango leaves strung together and Vilakku Kolam decorative patterns adorn the floors.

Bihu in Assam 

The northeastern state of Assam ushers in the new year with the spring festival of Bohaag Bihu or Rongali Bihu, which marks the onset of a new agricultural cycle.

Vishu in Kerala 

“Vishu” is the first day in the first month of Medam in Kerala, the beautiful coastal state in southern India. The people of this state – the Malayalees – begin the day early in the morning by visiting the temple and seeing any auspicious sight.

No matter whichever day, this occasion falls, the spirit is the same in all communities. A wish for joy and peace and prosperity in every household is what everybody prays for. I take this opportunity to wish all our Hindu Ilites best wishes for the New Year.