4th

April

Aprilis

Latin Script

Apr 1–30 Solar Calendar Aries–Taurus (♈→♉)

Major Festivals

Tamil New Year (Chithirai 1)

தமிழ் புத்தாண்டு

Apr 14

The Tamil solar new year, marking the sun's entry into Mesha (Aries). Celebrated on April 14 every year (occasionally Apr 13 or 15). Called Vishu in Kerala and Bohag Bihu in Assam on the same date.

Baisakhi / Vaisakhi

ਵਿਸਾਖੀ / बैसाखी

Apr 13–14

Sikh New Year and harvest festival of Punjab. Founded the Khalsa Panth on Vaisakhi 1699. Major celebrations in Punjab, Haryana, and by Punjabi diaspora worldwide.

Good Friday / Easter

Apr (varies)

Christian holidays observing the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter is the most important Christian festival. Date varies each year based on the lunar calendar (first Sunday after the first full moon after March 21).

Auspicious Days for Rituals & Events

✓ Apr 14 — Tamil New Year / Baisakhi (solar transit, Mesha Sankranti)

✓ Akshaya Tritiya (late Apr) — most auspicious for prosperity

✓ Easter Sunday (date varies) — Christian resurrection

About April

April is the fourth month of the Gregorian calendar, with 30 days. The name derives from the Latin aperire (to open), referring to the opening of flowers in spring. The Spring tax deadline falls in April in many countries (UK: Apr 5, USA: Apr 15). April 14 is especially notable in the Indian calendar — it marks Baisakhi (Sikh/Punjabi New Year), Tamil New Year / Vishu, and Rongali Bihu in Assam. Akshaya Tritiya, one of the most auspicious Hindu days for purchasing gold and starting ventures, typically falls in late April or early May.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is April 14 so important in the Indian calendar?

April 14 is when the sun transits into Aries (Mesha Sankranti) in the solar calendar. This marks the Tamil New Year, Vishu (Malayalam), Bohag Bihu (Assam), and Baisakhi (Punjab). The solar event is fixed, making it one of the most consistent dates across regional Indian calendars.

When is Akshaya Tritiya in April/May?

Akshaya Tritiya falls on the third day of the bright fortnight of Vaisakha in the Hindu lunar calendar. It typically falls in late April or early May. It is considered one of the three most auspicious days (along with Diwali and Vijayadashami) for starting new ventures and buying gold.

Is April Fool's Day on April 1 observed in India?

Yes, April Fool's Day (April 1) is widely observed in urban India and by diaspora communities, though it is not a public holiday. The tradition of pranks and hoaxes on April 1 has been adopted globally since the 19th century.

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