- By Kashish Rai
- Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:51 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Vishu 2026 is the major festival of Kerala, symbolising the beginning of the Malayalam New Year. Celebrated in April, the festival brings new hopes and prosperity. On this day, the Sun enters Aries, which is celebrated with great enthusiasm by the Malayali community. Family members work together to follow old traditions so that the coming year is full of happiness, prosperity and good harvest.
Check out the important details regarding the date, time, significance and rituals of Vishu or Malayalam New Year below:
Vishu 2026: Vishukkani Date And Sankranti Time
Vishu or Vishukkani will be celebrated on 15th April 2026, Wednesday. The Sankranti moment for Vishu is at 09:39 AM on 14th April 2026.
Vishu 2026: Vishukkani Significance
Vishu festival is celebrated with utmost enthusiasm in Kerala. It is considered an occasion that marks new beginnings, prosperity, and luck. People believe that being able to see the Vishukani at the beginning of the year guarantees a happy year ahead. This festival unites families and motivates them to infuse new energy and positivity in their lives through worshipping Lord Krishna.
Vishu festival is also known as the Malayalam New Year. It is observed mainly by the members of the Malayali community. (Image Source: Freepik)
Vishu 2026: Vishukkani Rituals
The main ritual performed during the Vishu festival is Vishukani, which is prepared on the night before the festival. The seniors of the family decorate a brass pot called ‘odu’ with items such as rice, fresh fruits, vegetables, gold coins, a mirror, and yellow flowers named ‘kannikkona’.
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The family members get up early in the morning with their eyes closed and first visit this ritual, with an expectation that the coming year will be prosperous for them. The second ritual involves worshipping Lord Krishna and the elders gift Vishukainitam (money or coins) to their children as a blessing. In the evening, the whole family gather to eat delicious meals and payasam, which is known as Vishu Sadya.
(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)