Tamil Calendar 2025
The Tamil Calendar for 2025 follows the traditional lunar-solar system used in Tamil Nadu and other Tamil-speaking regions. It consists of 12 months and is deeply integrated into cultural, religious, and agricultural practices. Here is a summary of key highlights for 2025:
1. Months of the Tamil Calendar:
- Chithirai (April–May)
- Vaikasi (May–June)
- Aani (June–July)
- Aadi (July–August)
- Avani (August–September)
- Purattasi (September–October)
- Aippasi (October–November)
- Karthigai (November–December)
- Margazhi (December–January)
- Thai (January–February)
- Maasi (February–March)
- Panguni (March–April)
2. Important Festivals and Auspicious Days:
- Pongal (Jan 15, 2025): A major harvest festival marking the start of Thai month.
- Tamil New Year (Apr 14, 2025): Celebrated as “Puthandu,” marking the first day of Chithirai.
- Deepavali (Oct 20, 2025): Festival of lights celebrated during Aippasi.
- Navaratri (Sept 29 – Oct 7, 2025): Dedicated to the worship of goddess Durga, falling in Purattasi.
- Thaipusam (Feb 11, 2025): Celebrated in Thai month, dedicated to Lord Murugan.
- Aadi Perukku (Aug 3, 2025): Celebrated during the Aadi month, significant for water rituals.
3. Auspicious Time Periods:
- Aadi Month: Special for Amman temple festivals and auspicious for initiating new ventures, especially related to business.
- Purattasi: Known for observing special prayers for Lord Venkateswara.
- Margazhi Month: Considered sacred for spiritual practices and devotion, with early morning prayers and music.
4. Significant Astrology and Cultural Elements:
- Amavasai (New Moon) and Pournami (Full Moon): Important for religious ceremonies and rituals.
- Sashti and Ekadashi: Special fasting days observed for spiritual benefits.
- Karthigai Deepam: Celebrated in Karthigai month, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness.