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- Poila Boishakh Greetings: The Prime Minister extended greetings for Poila Boishakh, celebrated on April 15th, 2025.
- Bengali New Year: Poila Boishakh marks the Bengali New Year, observed in West Bengal, Tripura, Assam, and Bangladesh.
- Timing: It falls on the first day of Baisakh in the Bengali lunisolar calendar, typically April 14th or 15th.
- Historical Origin: The Bengali calendar dates back to the reign of King Shoshangko (~594 CE).
- Wider Celebrations: Poila Boishakh is one of many New Year and harvest festivals celebrated across India during March-April and Baisakh, reflecting the country’s diverse agricultural cycles and cultural traditions.
- Regional Variations: Other significant celebrations at this time include Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, Cheti Chand, Nowroz, Baisakhi, Rongali Bihu, Puthandu, Vishu, Pana Sankranti, and Jude Sheetal.
- West Bengal Foundation Day: West Bengal has adopted Poila Boishakh as its State Foundation Day.
