When is Vishu 2024: All you need to know, from date to timings and more

Vishu 2024 Date and Time: Vishu celebrates and symbolises the Malayali New Year, the balance between day and night, the victory of good over evil and hope for a prosperous year ahead. Here is everything one needs to know.

Vishu 2024: Vishu celebrates and symbolises the Malayali New Year, the balance between day and night, the victory of good over evil and hope for a prosperous year ahead.

Vishu in 2024: Happy Vishu, here is all one needs to know about, from date to timings and more. (Source: Pixabay; designed by Gargi Singh)

Vishu 2024 Date Malayalam Calendar: Vishu, a significant Hindu festival celebrated with great enthusiasm in Kerala and other southern states of India, like Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, is observed on the first day of the Malayalam month of Medam.

This festival marks the beginning of the astronomical year and is a time for worshipping Vishnu and Krishna, with Krishna’s victory over the asura-king Narakasura. It is a time of renewal, hope, and joy. With its roots in ancient traditions and customs, Vishu holds a special place in the hearts of Malayali people across India and the globe. Here is all you need to know about the festival.

Vishu 2024: Date and Timings

According to the lunar calendar of Hindus, Vishu is the first day of the month of Medam in the Malayalam calendar, which corresponds to mid-April in the Gregorian calendar. This year, in 2024, the auspicious festival of Vishu will be observed on Thursday, April 14, with the Sankranti Moment on Vishu Kani occurring at 9:15 PM on April 13, according to Drik Panchang.

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Vishu 2024: History and Significance

The term ‘Vishu’ originates from the Sanskrit word ‘Viuvam,’ translating to ‘equal,’ symbolising the balance between day and night during the spring equinox. Although the spring equinox precedes Vishu by 24 days, this festival, observed in the spring, signifies the commencement of the astronomical new year in the Malayalam calendar. Celebrated since antiquity in Kerala, Vishu’s roots can be traced back to as early as 844 CE, during the reign of Sthanu Ravi.

Additionally, as per Indian mythology, one legend holds that Vishu marks the day when Lord Krishna defeated the demon Narakasura. Another myth suggests that Vishu commemorates the return of Surya Dev, the Sun God, following his temporary absence. A contrasting folklore recounts Ravana, the demon king, obstructing Surya Dev’s ascent from the east. After Ravana’s downfall, Surya Dev resumed his rise from the east on Vishu, giving rise to the festival’s widespread celebration.

In essence, Vishu celebrates and symbolises the Malayali New Year, the balance between day and night, the victory of good over evil and hope for a prosperous year ahead.

Wishing our readers a very Happy Vishu 2024!

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