Tamil New Year 2023: Puthandu is a prominent festival celebrated by the Tamil people in Tamil Nadu with tremendous fervour and excitement. On the first day of Chitterai, the Tamil month, this ceremony is celebrated. As per the Tamil calendar, the Sankranti is observed as New Year's Day if it comes between dawn and sunset; otherwise, Puthandu is observed the next day.

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Tamil New Year 2023 Date: This year Puthandu will be celebrated on Friday, 14 April 2023. 

Tamil New Year significance: It is believed that Lord Indra came to earth on this auspicious day to assure tranquilly and that Lord Brahma started the establishment of the universe.

Tamil New Year 2023: Messages and Wishes

- Wishing you a year filled with happiness, peace, and prosperity. Happy Tamil New Year!
- May this Tamil New Year bring you new opportunities and success in all your endeavors. Happy Puthandu!
- Let this Tamil New Year be the beginning of a new chapter in your life filled with hope, joy, and positivity. Happy Puthandu Vazthukal!
- May the divine blessings of the almighty shower upon you and your family on this Tamil New Year. Happy Puthandu!
- Let's welcome this Tamil New Year with open arms and celebrate the new beginnings with joy and enthusiasm. Happy Puthandu!

Other festivals on 14 April 2023: On the 14th day of April, Punjab celebrates Baisakhi, Bengal celebrates Naba Barsha and Assam celebrates Bihu. 

On April 14, Ambedkar Jayanti or Bhim Jayanti is also held to honour the memory of Indian politician and social reformer B. R. Ambedkar.