| Event | Month | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Amavasai | April | 11 |
| Pournami | April | 26 |
| Sankatahara Chaturthi | April | 30 |
| Sashti | April | 18 |
| Thiruvonam | April | 6 |
| Ekadashi | April | 7 & 23 |
| Pradosham | April | 9 & 24 |
| Shivratri | April | 10 |
| Karthigai | April | 15 |
| Date | Day | Govt. Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 13 | Tuesday | Telugu New Year |
| 14 | Wednesday | Tamil New Year |
| 25 | Sunday | Mahaveer Jayanthi |
| Date | Day | Festival | Religion |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 April, 2021 | Wednesday | Ramadan (Beginning ) | Muslim |
| 1 April, 2021 | Thursday | Maundy (Holy) Thursday | christian |
| 2 April, 2021 | Friday | Good Friday | christian |
| 4 April, 2021 | Sunday | Easter | christian |
| 13 April, 2021 | Tuesday | Telugu New Year | Hindu |
| 14 April, 2021 | Wednesday | Tamil New Year | Hindu |
| 21 April, 2021 | Wednesday | Sri Rama Navami | Hindu |
| 26 April, 2021 | Monday | Chitra Pournami | Hindu |
| Date | Day | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 22 April, 2021 | Thursday | (valarpirai) |
| 25 April, 2021 | Sunday | (valarpirai) |
| 26 April, 2021 | Monday | |
| 29 April, 2021 | Thursday |
April covers the transition from Panguni to Chithirai, marking the start of the Tamil New Year (Puthandu). The first day of Chithirai is celebrated as the Tamil New Year, and it is one of the most important festivals in Tamil culture. On this day, families decorate their homes with Kolam (rangoli), prepare feasts, and visit temples to offer prayers for prosperity and happiness in the new year. The Chithirai Thiruvizha (Chithirai Festival) in Madurai is one of the grandest festivals, marking the divine marriage of Lord Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar. This festival attracts millions of devotees to the Meenakshi Temple, where elaborate processions and rituals are performed.
Astrologically, Chithirai marks the Uttarayanam, the northern journey of the Sun, which is believed to bring positive energy and spiritual renewal. This is considered an ideal time for spiritual growth, new beginnings, and prosperity. Families often consult astrologers to pick the best Muhurtham for auspicious events like weddings, naming ceremonies, and housewarmings.
Tamil New Year (Puthandu), which falls on the first day of Chithirai, is a significant festival in Tamil Nadu. It is a day of spiritual reflection, family gatherings, and rituals. Special dishes like mango pachadi (a mixture of sweet, sour, and bitter tastes) are prepared, symbolizing the various aspects of life. Temples are decorated with flowers, and special prayers are offered for the well-being of the family.
Another major celebration during this time is the Chithirai Thiruvizha in Madurai, which celebrates the divine wedding of Lord Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar. The streets of Madurai come alive with processions, devotional music, and rituals, attracting thousands of devotees from around the world. This event highlights the strong connection between the Tamil calendar and temple-based celebrations, reflecting the community’s deep devotion to its spiritual roots.
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A Tamil monthly calendar typically includes important astrological details such as the Panchangam (lunar and solar calendar), which provides information about the Tithi (lunar day), Nakshatra (star), Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Auspicious Timings (Muhurtham). It also lists festivals, religious observances, and special days like Ekadashi, Pournami, and Amavasya. The calendar may display details about planetary positions, and horoscopes for the month. Additionally, it includes key agricultural dates and local cultural events. Tamil calendars also highlight lunar months like Chithirai, Aadi, and Thai, providing a spiritual connection to Tamil traditions.
Mrs. Kalavathi has over 35 years of experience in Tamil cultural traditions, calendar calculations, and spiritual observances. Specializing in Panchangam and auspicious date calculations, she has guided countless families in performing important events aligned with cosmic rhythms.Read more about Mrs. Kalavathi’s work.