What are the Vishu puja rituals?

The previous night, set up Vishukkani (gold, rice, fruits, flowers, mirror, lamp) in the puja room.; At dawn, wake and view Vishukkani with closed eyes, then open them to see the auspicious items first.; Wear new clothes (Vishu kodi); give Vishukkaineetam (money/gifts) to younger family members.; Prepare Vishu sadya and visit the temple; burst firecrackers in some regions.

What to eat on Vishu?

Vishu sadya, Vishu kanji, Thorikanji, Payasam, Banana

What should you do on Vishu?

View Vishukkani first; Give Vishukkaineetam; Wear new clothes

What should you avoid on Vishu?

Do not see inauspicious things first; Avoid skipping the Kani; Do not waste food

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Vishu Significance & Spiritual Meaning

Vishu is the Malayalam New Year celebrated in Kerala. The day begins with Vishukkani—viewing auspicious items first thing in the morning to ensure a prosperous year.

Vishu Mythology & Legend

Vishu marks the Sun's transition into Medam (Mesha/Aries). The Vishukkani is set up the previous night so that the first sight upon waking is auspicious. It is also associated with Krishna and the legend of Narakasura's defeat.

Vishu Puja Rituals & Vidhi

The previous night, set up Vishukkani (gold, rice, fruits, flowers, mirror, lamp) in the puja room.
At dawn, wake and view Vishukkani with closed eyes, then open them to see the auspicious items first.
Wear new clothes (Vishu kodi); give Vishukkaineetam (money/gifts) to younger family members.
Prepare Vishu sadya and visit the temple; burst firecrackers in some regions.

Vishu Mantras in Sanskrit

ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय

oṃ namo bhagavate vāsudevāya

Salutations to Vasudeva (Krishna)

Vishu Traditional Foods & Prasad

●Vishu sadya
●Vishu kanji
●Thorikanji
●Payasam
●Banana

Vishu Regional Celebrations across India

Kerala(വിഷു)

Vishukkani, Vishukkaineetam, sadya

Tulu Nadu(বিষু)

Vishu Do's & Don't's

Do's

✓View Vishukkani first
✓Give Vishukkaineetam
✓Wear new clothes
✓Partake in sadya

Don'ts

✗Do not see inauspicious things first
✗Avoid skipping the Kani
✗Do not waste food

Vishu — Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vishu?: Vishu is the Malayalam New Year celebrated in Kerala.
What are the Vishu puja rituals?: The previous night, set up Vishukkani (gold, rice, fruits, flowers, mirror, lamp) in the puja room.; At dawn, wake and view Vishukkani with closed eyes, then open them to see the auspicious items first.; Wear new clothes (Vishu kodi); give Vishukkaineetam (money/gifts) to younger family members.; Prepare Vishu sadya and visit the temple; burst firecrackers in some regions.
What to eat on Vishu?: Vishu sadya, Vishu kanji, Thorikanji, Payasam, Banana
What should you do on Vishu?: View Vishukkani first; Give Vishukkaineetam; Wear new clothes
What should you avoid on Vishu?: Do not see inauspicious things first; Avoid skipping the Kani; Do not waste food
Which deity is worshipped on Vishu?: Vishu is dedicated to Krishna.

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