Solar New Year
MalayalamAlso known as: Medam 1, Mesha Sankranti
Solar New Year
About Solar New Year
Solar New Year marks the sun's entry into the zodiac sign of Aries (Mesha) and is celebrated as the beginning of the solar calendar year in Kerala.
The day is celebrated with great enthusiasm as families come together to welcome the new year. Homes are cleaned and decorated.
In Kerala, the day coincides with Vishu celebrations, with Vishukkani arrangements and family gatherings.
Devotees take ritual baths, wear new clothes, and visit temples to seek blessings for the new year.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
The day is primarily celebratory with rituals and feasting.
- Wake up early and see the Vishukkani.
- Wear new clothes and visit temples for special pujas.
- Share festive meals with family and neighbours.
- Exchange Vishukkaineetam (money gifts) with children.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The day is marked by celebration, feasting, and new beginnings.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Wake up early and see the Vishukkani.
- Wear new clothes and visit temples.
- Perform special new year pujas.
- Share festive meals with family and community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Solar New Year is celebrated when the sun enters Aries (Mesha), falling on April 14 or 15, coinciding with Vishu celebrations in Kerala.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
Recommended Pages
Comprehensive annual Hindu calendar with tithis and festivals.
Detailed month-wise view of lunar tithis and celestial events.
Marathi Panchang and festive dates for the year.
Gujarati Vikram Samvat calendar and festivals.
Telugu calendar and festive Panchangam details.
Tamil solar calendar dates and monthly Panchangam.