Vishu 2025: Date, Rituals, and Importance of Malayalam New Year

Vishu is an important festival for Malayali communities, celebrated as the beginning of the Malayalam New Year. It marks a fresh start, filled with prayers, joy, and traditional customs. In 2025, Vishu will be celebrated on Monday, April 14.

What is Vishu?

Vishu marks the first day of the Malayalam calendar month called Medam. It symbolizes hope, renewal, and good fortune. The word “Vishu” means equal in Sanskrit, reflecting balance in day and night during this season.

Vishu 2025 Important Timings

• Vishu Date: Monday, April 14, 2025

• Sunrise (Vishukkani Time): Around 5:45 AM (varies slightly by location)

Main Rituals of Vishu

1. Vishukkani

People begin their day by viewing the Vishukkani — an arrangement of auspicious items like rice, coconut, fruits, flowers (especially Konna flowers), mirror, coins, and idols of Lord Krishna. This first sight is believed to bring prosperity.

2. Vishukkaineetam

Elders give money or gifts to children and younger family members as blessings. This ritual spreads happiness and unity in the family.

3. Vishu Sadya

A special feast is prepared with multiple vegetarian dishes, balancing all flavors like sweet, sour, bitter, and spicy. Items like Mango Pachadi, Payasam, and Veppam Poo Rasam are common.

4. Fireworks and New Clothes

Vishu is also a time for fun. Children enjoy bursting crackers, and families wear new traditional clothes to celebrate together.

Where is Vishu Celebrated?

While it is mainly celebrated in Kerala, Vishu is also observed in parts of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and by Malayali people across the world.

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