New Delhi, April 15, 2026 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed heartfelt Vishu greetings to Keralites worldwide via X, wishing prosperity, joy, and fresh starts on this auspicious harvest festival. Marking Kerala’s traditional New Year, Vishu symbolizes abundance and gratitude, celebrated with great fervor across the state.
Vishu Celebrations and Rituals
Vishu falls on the first day of Medam in the Malayalam calendar, featuring the iconic Vishukkani – an elaborate platter arranged the night before with golden flowers (Kani Konna), rice, fruits like mangoes and jackfruit, vegetables, gold ornaments, coins, and a mirror reflecting Lord Krishna’s idol. Viewed at dawn without speaking, it promises prosperity for the year ahead.
Families don traditional attire, exchange Vishukkaineettam (elderly gifts to youngsters), burst crackers, and savor Vishu Sadhya feasts. Modi highlighted its spirit of positivity and farmers’ role in such festivitie
New Delhi, April 15, 2026 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed heartfelt Vishu greetings to Keralites worldwide via X, wishing prosperity, joy, and fresh starts on this auspicious harvest festival. Marking Kerala’s traditional New Year, Vishu symbolizes abundance and gratitude, celebrated with great fervor across the state.
Vishu Celebrations and Rituals
Vishu falls on the first day of Medam in the Malayalam calendar, featuring the iconic Vishukkani – an elaborate platter arranged the night before with golden flowers (Kani Konna), rice, fruits like mangoes and jackfruit, vegetables, gold ornaments, coins, and a mirror reflecting Lord Krishna’s idol. Viewed at dawn without speaking, it promises prosperity for the year ahead.
Families don traditional attire, exchange Vishukkaineettam (elderly gifts to youngsters), burst crackers, and savor Vishu Sadhya feasts. Modi highlighted its spirit of positivity and farmers’ role in such festivities.
PM Modi’s message radiates the vibrant essence of Vishu, blending tradition with modern outreach.
PM’s Multi-Festival Wishes
Modi bundled greetings with Rongali Bihu (Assam) for cultural richness and new beginnings, and Poila Boishakh (Bengal) for wish fulfillment. He praised India’s diverse harvest celebrations as unifying forces
