April in India marks the onset of spring and the Hindu New Year for many regions. It is celebrated with vibrant festivals symbolizing prosperity, harvest, and devotion. Below are the major festivals in April 2026 with their dates and brief descriptions.
🪔 1. Ugadi / Gudi Padwa – April 1, 2026 (Wednesday)
Marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. Devotees start fresh beginnings with prayers, sweets, and neem-jaggery mix.
🌸 2. Chaitra Navratri Begins – April 1, 2026 (Wednesday)
Nine days of fasting and devotion dedicated to Goddess Durga, marking the start of the spring Navratri period.
🌕 3. Ram Navami – April 8, 2026 (Wednesday)
Celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Temples are beautifully decorated, and bhajans and kirtans are held.
🔥 4. Baisakhi / Vaisakhi – April 13, 2026 (Monday)
A major harvest festival in Punjab and North India. It also marks the formation of Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh Ji.
🌸 5. Puthandu / Tamil New Year – April 14, 2026 (Tuesday)
Observed in Tamil Nadu as the beginning of the Tamil calendar. People clean homes, draw kolams, and prepare traditional dishes.
🪵 6. Vishu – April 14, 2026 (Tuesday)
Celebrated in Kerala, marking the beginning of the Malayalam New Year. Families view “Vishukkani” first thing in the morning for good fortune.
🪔 7. Poila Boishakh / Bengali New Year – April 15, 2026 (Wednesday)
The Bengali New Year is observed with processions, sweets, and new beginnings for business accounts.
🕉️ 8. Hanuman Jayanti – April 27, 2026 (Monday)
Commemorates the birth of Lord Hanuman. Devotees read the Hanuman Chalisa and offer sindoor and sweets.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions.
Q1. Which major festivals fall in April 2026?
Ugadi, Chaitra Navratri, Ram Navami, Baisakhi, Vishu, and Hanuman Jayanti are the key festivals celebrated in April 2026.
Q2. When is Baisakhi in 2026?
Baisakhi will be celebrated on April 13, 2026 (Monday).
Q3. What is the significance of Ram Navami?
Ram Navami marks the birth of Lord Rama and is celebrated with devotion, bhajans, and recitations from the Ramayana.
Q4. Which states celebrate Ugadi or Gudi Padwa?
Ugadi is celebrated in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka, while Gudi Padwa is observed in Maharashtra.
Q5. When is Hanuman Jayanti in 2026?
Hanuman Jayanti will be observed on April 27, 2026 (Monday).
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