Poila Baisakh 2023: Gifts, Fairs, And Celebrations In Bengal

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Poila Baisakh reminds a Bengali instantly of so many exquisite features coming in packed on a Poila Baisakh day. The Haalkhatas, the Rabindra Sangeet, The Dhuti Panjabi, Lucchi Maangsho, line up before your eyes, inspiring you to be a part of these celebrations.

Bengalis love to socialize extensively on the day of the festival and meeting and exchanging pleasantries with them and just anybody around them, adds meaning and human touch to their celebrations. Poila Baisakh is going to be celebrated on 14 April 2023.

Nobo Borsho, when translated, means the New Year which is celebrated in Bangladesh and Tripura. The new year as it arrives on 14 April, comes with an unofficial set of rules that every Bengali feels compelled to follow. Eating, praying, singing, having fun, and shopping are must dos on this day, be it in any order. Harmony and bonding is the key watchwords that renew and kindle relationships on this day and throughout the year.

Celebrations

1. Panjika or the panchang sells like hot cake on this day, as it is needed at the beginning of a new year. As per the panjika, all activities are arranged and planned. This is a record that you fill in to mark your important dates and timings. The happy moments are forever remembered, thanks to this book.
2. Wedding dates to interview muhurats, everything is planned as per the instructions from the panjika. NRIs also observe the Nobo Borsho with enthusiasm and cheer.
3. Steps To Perform Puja on Poila Baisakh
4. To welcome the auspicious new year, the Bengalis, perform the following rituals.
5. Get up in the wee hours, and complete your morning rituals.
6. Preferably take a holy dip or bathe in the river.
7. Have a detailed look at the sunrise.
8. Clean your home, corners and crevices, and deck them with artifacts and flowers.
9. Offer prayers to Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi.
10. Wear gemstones that suit your fortunes and horoscope as per your horoscope.

Poila Baisakh: Gifts

Gifts are an indispensable part of their culture. Sweets and gifts are lavishly exchanged with friends and loved ones. Poila Baisakhi is when you receive elder's blessings and gifts. Those staying close by visit relatives personally.

Poila Baisakh Fair

For the rural Bengalis, it is customary to participate in the fairs which allow you to be at your antiquated best. The local clubs or government arrange these fairs in which everyone participates with interest. Toys are gifted to Kids and traditional gift items are exchanged as gifts. Handicrafts, the katha work pieces, handmade silks, handbags, craftwork to adorn your walls, hold your interest from the beginning to the end.