Tamil New Year 2026: Puthandu Celebrated on April 14
Posted on: 14/Apr/2026 9:23:27 AM - No. of views : (1651)
Tamil New Year (Puthandu) is celebrated on the first day of the Tamil month Chithirai, marking the beginning of the Tamil calendar year.
The Tamil calendar consists of 12 months, with Chithirai being the first. It also follows a 60-year cycle, where each year has a unique name.
With the completion of the 39th year, “Visvavasu”, the 40th year, “Parabhava”, has now begun.
In 2026, Tamil New Year is observed on April 14 (Tuesday), and is celebrated with traditional rituals and cultural significance across Tamil communities.
