Vishu 2027

April 2027

Thursday

Vishnu

Malayalam New Year

Vishu Puja Timings

Vishu on Thursday, April 15, 2027

Mesha Sankranti, Vishukkani at the next sunrise

Begins: Sankranti 03:28 PM, Apr 14 · Ends: —

Duration: Morning

177 days

About Vishu

Vishu is Kerala's New Year, opened with the Vishukkani — the first sight of the day, an arrangement of grains, fruit, flowers and a mirror meant to set a prosperous tone.

Children receive Vishu Kaineettam, a small gift of money from elders.

Significance

The Malayali new year, on the first day of the month of Medam (mid-April), tied to the Sun's entry into Mesha. Its central idea is Vishukkani — 'the first thing seen' — from the belief that an auspicious first sight sets the tone for the whole year. It is closely associated with Lord Krishna, and Vishnu as the Lord of Time.

How to Observe

The night before, arrange the Vishukkani in the prayer room: rice, fruit and vegetables such as golden cucumber and jackfruit, betel leaves and areca nut, a metal mirror, coins, a holy book, yellow konna flowers, and a Krishna image, lit by a traditional oil lamp
At dawn, elders light the lamp and lead each family member, eyes closed, to see the kani first
Elders give children and younger relatives Vishukkaineettam, a small gift of money
Wear new clothes (Puthukodi) and visit a temple; Guruvayur and Sabarimala see especially large crowds
Share the Vishu sadya, which includes Vishu kanji and a balance of sweet, sour, salty and bitter dishes; firecrackers (Vishupadakkam) are also traditional

Regional Variations

Kerala

Marked by all Malayali communities; temples hold a pre-dawn 'Vishukkani Kazhcha' viewing of the deity.

Tulu Nadu (Mangaluru & Udupi)

Celebrated as Bisu with similar customs.

Mahe

Also observed there as part of the Malayali cultural region.

Related Festivals & Vrats

Puthandu

Notes: Date and timings shown are computed for New Delhi, India using Swiss Ephemeris. Vishukkani day: the first sunrise after Mesha Sankranti (matches Drik Panchang 2026 and 2027). The Sankranti moment is in `begins`. Some Kerala almanacs follow a different cut-off. Always cross-check with your family priest for a personalised Muhurat.

Panchang for Vishu Day Choghadiya Muhurat

Frequently Asked Questions

Vishu 2027 mein kab hai?

Vishu 2027 mein Thursday, 15 April ko hai (New Delhi ke panchang ke anusaar). Tithi: Mesha Sankranti, Vishukkani at the next sunrise. Yeh tithi Sankranti 03:28 PM, Apr 14 se — tak rehti hai. Apne shehar ke hisaab se samay thoda alag ho sakta hai.

Vishu kab se kab tak hai?

Vishu 15 April se shuru hota hai. Avadhi: Morning.

Why does this festival's date change every year on the Gregorian calendar?

Most Hindu festivals are set by the lunar Hindu calendar (a specific Tithi within a specific lunar month), not the solar Gregorian calendar used internationally. Since a lunar year runs roughly 11 days shorter than a solar year, the same Tithi lands on a different Gregorian date each year — this is normal and expected, not an error.