The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu in her message on the eve of Baisakhi, Vishu, Vishuv, Bohag Bihu, Poila Boishakh, Meshadi, Vaishakhadi and Puthandu which are being celebrated on 14th and 15th April, 2026 has said: -

“On the auspicious occasion of Baisakhi, Vishu, Vishuv, Bohag Bihu, Poila Boishakh, Meshadi, Vaishakhadi and Puthandu, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all Indians living in India and abroad.

These festivals are celebrated in various forms across the country to mark the harvest season. Through these festivals, we express gratitude towards Mother Earth and our Annadata farmers. Our country’s rich cultural heritage, agricultural traditions and unity also find expression through the celebration of these festivals.

I wish that these festivals bring happiness and prosperity in the lives of all and inspire us to make significant contribution towards the development of our nation and society”.

Please click here to see the President's message-

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