Tamil New Year, also known as "Puthandu" or "Varusha Pirappu," is the celebration of the traditional Tamil New Year observed by Tamil people in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry in India, and by the Tamil population in Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore, and other parts of the world. It typically falls on April 14th each year.
The Tamil New Year marks the beginning of the Chithirai month in the Tamil calendar and is a time of joy, renewal, and family gatherings. People celebrate by wearing new clothes, preparing special dishes, visiting temples to offer prayers, and exchanging greetings and gifts with loved ones.
One of the key customs of Tamil New Year is the preparation of a special dish called "Maanga Pachadi," which symbolizes the various aspects of life - sweetness, sourness, bitterness, and tanginess. This dish serves as a reminder of the ups and downs that one may experience in the coming year and the importance of accepting them all with equanimity.
Traditional cultural events, including music, dance, and religious ceremonies, are also held to mark the occasion. Overall, Tamil New Year is a time for reflection, gratitude, and looking forward to new beginnings.
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