What is the Tamil New Year called?

What is the Tamil New Year called?

PuthanduCelebration. Tamil people celebrate Puthandu, also called Puthuvarusham, as the traditional "Tamil/Hindu New Year", states Peter Reeves. This is the month of Chittirai, the first month of the Tamil solar calendar, and Puthandu typically falls on 14 April.

What is the name of Tamil New Year 2020?

PuthanduTamil New Year 2020. Puthandu or Tamil New Year's Day is celebrated on the first day of the Tamil month of Chitterai. As per the Gregorian calendar, Puthandu will be celebrated in year 2020 on the 14th of April.

What is the time of Tamil New Year?

"This year, the new year begins at 10.04pm on April 13 but the prayers will take place on the next day.

What is the meaning of Sinhala and Tamil New Year?

The Sinhala and Tamil New Year is a season of celebration and joy to everyone all over Sri Lanka irrespective of age, colour or religion. … All Sri Lankans join in unity to celebrate this prosperous festival by holding various events and preparations for over a week before and after the respective date.