Regional FestivalsPoila Boishakh
Poila Boishakh
Poila Boishakh is an important new year festival celebrated in West Bengal with traditions that reflect faith, community, heritage, and shared cultural identity.
Date15 Apr 2026
Duration1 day
MuhuratTo be announced
Meaning and celebration
About Poila Boishakh
Poila Boishakh is observed especially in West Bengal according to its religious or regional calendar. Devotees and communities may mark it with worship, fasting, processions, music, food, charity, family gatherings, or cultural programmes. Customs and exact timings can differ by location and tradition.
CategoryRegional Festivals
TraditionRegional
Festival typeNew Year Festival
Observed inWest Bengal, India
Published festival timing
Date, Day and Muhurat
April152026
Wednesday
15 April 2026, Wednesday
Muhurat will be updated when published
Regional observance; local schedules and dates can vary.
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When is Poila Boishakh?+
Poila Boishakh is observed on 15 April 2026, Wednesday.
Why is Poila Boishakh celebrated?+
Poila Boishakh is an important new year festival celebrated in West Bengal with traditions that reflect faith, community, heritage, and shared cultural identity.
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