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Baisakhi 2025 Celebrations Highlight Date Discrepancy and Sikh Traditions

As communities prepare for festivities, reports differ on whether the festival falls on April 13 or 14, underscoring its cultural and religious significance.

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Baisakhi marks the beginning of the harvest season and holds special significance for farmers.

Overview

  • Baisakhi 2025 marks the spring harvest festival celebrated widely in Punjab and northern India, symbolizing new agricultural beginnings and gratitude for abundance.
  • The festival holds deep significance in Sikhism, commemorating the establishment of the Khalsa order by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699.
  • There is uncertainty in reported dates, with some sources stating celebrations will occur on April 13, while others indicate April 14, reflecting regional and calendar variations.
  • Traditional observances include visits to Gurudwaras, prayers for prosperity, community meals (langar), and festive gatherings with family and friends.
  • Baisakhi aligns with other regional spring festivals across India, such as Rongali Bihu in Assam, Vishu in Kerala, and Puthandu in Tamil Nadu, celebrating the onset of the harvest season.