The first day of the Tamil month of Chithirai is the day that Tamil Nadu celebrates Puthandunew year. April is Tamil Puthandu month, when it is celebrated. Puthandu stands out because, according to the Gregorian calendar, it almost always falls on the same day each year. According to Hindu mythology, the universe was supposedly founded on the day of Tamil New Year by Lord Brahma. Puthandu Tamilians all around the country celebrate Puthandu, also known as Varsha Pirappu, with a great degree of splendour and ceremony. People adorn their homes, perform special poojas, and make Pongal in order to celebrate the new year with their loved ones. With elaborate poojas and homams, the Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundareshwarar Temple in Madurai honours the occasion.
The state's residents commemorate this occasion by decorating the front door of their homes with colourful rice flour decorations called kolams. Foods prepared by families include Puthandu-specific specialties like Pongal and mango pachadi. Additionally, some people sing devotional songs and do special poojas to bring prosperity and joy to their homes. The mouthwatering foods of Puthandu spread also include vadai sambhar sadam rice payasam appalam papad vegetable curry fresh mango pickle and curd in addition to mango pachadi and Pongal Puthandu Nalvalthukal, which translates to "Happy New Year" in English, is the state's greeting to one another. People also bow respectfully to seniors by placing their hands on their feet. Tamils worldwide, especially in Puducherry, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore, Reunion, and Mauritius, commemorate the event.
Activities:
Drawing Kolam with coloured rice powder.
Poojas at households and temples.
Preparation of sweets and savories.
Greetings from family and friends.
Cultural and entertainment activities.
Organized By:
Department of Tourism
The Tourist Officer,
Tourist Office, No.1, West Veli Street, Madurai - 625 001.
04522334757
How to reach:
The nearest airport is Madurai International Airport, which is 11 KMs away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Madurai, which is 1 KMs away.
The nearest major city is Madurai, which is 1KMs away.
Event Details:
Venue address: Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundareshwarar Temple,Chithirai Street,Madurai – 625 001.
Date and time: 14 Apr 2023 - 14 Apr 2023
Ticket Information: Free
