Vishu 2024 will be celebrated on April 14 with age-old rituals and customs. Check out the auspicious Vishukkani setup that symbolizes prosperity and blessings for the coming year. Join the family in a feast that celebrates the spirit of unity and abundance.
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New Delhi: Vishu, the Malayalam New Year 2024, has a special meaning for Malayalis all over the world. Observed on April 14th, it heralds new beginnings with old customs and rituals. The essence of Vishu is in Vishukkani, where the family wakes up to an auspicious sight, symbolizing prosperity and blessings for the coming year.
During the ritual, the Vishukkani setup, featuring sacred images, mirrors, and lamps, embodies hope and positivity. The day begins with prayer and feasting, emphasizing unity and gratitude. As night falls, the air is filled with anticipation, signaling the beginning of a joyful celebration.
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Vishu 2024 dates and timings
Vishu, the Malayalam New Year, usually falls on April 14th. Dorik Panchan said this year’s auspicious Vishu Kani moment will begin even earlier on April 13 at 9:15 pm.
Vishu 2024 Ceremony
- Vishukkani: A glimpse of good fortune
- Meaning: Literally “the first thing seen on Vishu”, it is believed to set the tone for the coming year.
- Display: The ‘urli’ (metal container) contains a mirror to reflect a lamp, an image of Lord Krishna, auspicious items such as fruits, gold, flowers, etc.
- Rituals: On the morning of Vishu, the family wakes up early and enters the puja room, blindfolded if necessary. The first sight they see, that of Vishukkhani, is considered to be a blessing of good fortune.
- Vishkaineetham: Sharing prosperity
- Gifts: Following the Vishukkhani blessing, the family gifts money (Vishkaineetham) to the younger members, symbolizing future wealth.
- Spread good cheer: Wealthy families may give gifts to neighbors and servants, promoting the prosperity of the community.
- Vishu Sadhya: A feast for the senses
- Culinary delights: Vishu culminates in ‘Vish Sadhya’, a feast that showcases a variety of seasonal vegetables and fruits.
- Taste balance: Cuisine expresses a harmonious balance of sweet, salty, sour and bitter flavors.
- Popular dishes: Note the bitter neem preparation (Veppampoorasam), the rice and coconut milk drink (Kanji), and the sour mango soup (Mampazhapachadi).
In small villages, both men and women dress up in dry banana leaf skirts and masks over their faces. They then move from house to house and get paid for their accomplishments.
Importance of Vishu 2024
Vishu 2024 marks the Malayalam new year and is celebrated with the ritual of Vishukkani, which symbolizes prosperity and good fortune. Families exchange Vishkaineetham, enjoy feasts, and cherish traditions of unity and abundance.
Vishkani 2024 item list
- coconut
- betel nut
- yellow flower
- coin
- bill
- white dhoti
- rice
- lemon
- cucumber
- Jackfruit
- mirror
- kajal
- A sacred book.
In essence, Vishu 2024 embodies the spirit of rebirth and abundance. It goes beyond rituals and feasts to foster family bonds and community spirit. As Malayans come together to embrace their traditions and look forward to the future, Vishu serves as a reminder of the beauty of hope, prosperity, and new beginnings.
