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Hindu Festival

Pohela Boishakh

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Next · 14 April 2027 · Bengali New Year; first day of Boishakh
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days until Pohela Boishakh

Shubh Muhurat

Full panchang, Rahu Kaal, and muhurat windows will be available closer to 14 April 2027.

We compute auspicious time windows with Swiss Ephemeris when the festival falls within our 38-day panchang window.

Significance

Pohela Boishakh — Bengali New Year — opens the new accounting year for Bengali businesses. Hindu Bengalis visit temples, prepare special meals, and exchange new clothes. The day is observed widely in West Bengal, Tripura, and Bangladesh.

Rituals & Traditions

Upcoming dates

Observed by: Hindus

Frequently asked questions

When is Pohela Boishakh?

Pohela Boishakh is next observed on 14 April 2027. The festival follows bengali new year; first day of boishakh.

What is Pohela Boishakh?

Pohela Boishakh — Bengali New Year — opens the new accounting year for Bengali businesses. Hindu Bengalis visit temples, prepare special meals, and exchange new clothes. The day is observed widely in West Bengal, Tripura, and Bangladesh.

Who observes Pohela Boishakh?

Pohela Boishakh is observed by Hindus.