Malayalam New Year is an auspicious occasion for the people of Kerala as it marks the start of the new year and new hope. The first day of Chingam month in the Malayalam calendar is observed as the Malayalam New Year. Malayalam New Year will begin this year on Saturday, August 17, 2024. As per Drikpanchang, Malayalam Kollavarsham 1200 will begin this year on the day of the Malayalam New Year.  This day is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fanfare by the people of Kerala and the Malayali community worldwide. This day marks the beginning of the new year in the Malayalam calendar and is a time of joy and celebration.

Chingam is the first month of the Malayalam calendar, and the first day of this month is considered the start of the new year. It is a time for new beginnings and fresh starts, both in personal life and in agricultural practices. In this article, let’s learn more about the Malayalam New Year 2024 date and the significance of the auspicious day. Chingam 1 2024 Date: Explore Malayalam New Year Special Food Ideas From Sadhya to Payasam for the Day.

Malayalam New Year 2024 Date

Malayalam New Year 2024 will be celebrated on Saturday, August 17, 2024.

Malayalam New Year Significance

Chingam falls during the monsoon season, and hence, the day is also associated with the harvest period in Kerala. Farmers begin their preparations for the next agricultural cycle, and the lush greenery of the landscape adds to the festive mood. On the first day of Chingam, people visit temples to offer prayers and seek blessings for prosperity and well-being in the coming year. Special rituals and poojas are conducted in temples across Kerala on this auspicious day of Malayalam New Year. The day serves as a perfect opportunity for families to come together and have a joyous time celebrating the Malayalam New Year.

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