In India, it marks several regional New Year celebrations including Puthandu (Tamil New Year), Vishu (Malayalam New Year), Bisu Parba (Tulu New Year), Jur Sital (Maithili New Year), Pana Sankranti (Odia New Year), Mesha Sankranti, and Vaisakhadi, reflecting the diversity of Indian traditions. It is also Ambedkar Jayanti, honouring the birth of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.