Solar festival
Mesha Sankranti (Baisakhi)
मेष संक्रांति / बैसाखी
Mesha Sankranti is the Sun's entry into Aries and the solar New Year across much of India, observed as Baisakhi in the north, Vishu in Kerala, Puthandu in Tamil Nadu and Pohela Boishakh in Bengal.
Also known as: Baisakhi · Vishu · Puthandu · Pohela Boishakh · solar new year.
Presiding deity: Surya.
Mesha Sankranti (Baisakhi) dates
| Year | Date (India) | Weekday | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesha Sankranti (Baisakhi) 2026 | 14 Apr 2026 | Tuesday | All cities → |
| Mesha Sankranti (Baisakhi) 2027 | 14 Apr 2027 | Wednesday | All cities → |
Frequently asked
What is Mesha Sankranti (Baisakhi)?
Mesha Sankranti is the Sun's entry into Aries and the solar New Year across much of India, observed as Baisakhi in the north, Vishu in Kerala, Puthandu in Tamil Nadu and Pohela Boishakh in Bengal.
What are the other names for Mesha Sankranti (Baisakhi)?
Baisakhi, Vishu, Puthandu, Pohela Boishakh, solar new year.
When is Mesha Sankranti (Baisakhi) 2026?
Tuesday, 14 April 2026 (India).
When is Mesha Sankranti (Baisakhi) 2027?
Wednesday, 14 April 2027 (India).
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