Baisakhi 2021: Date, history, significance of Vaisakhi; why it is celebrated?
Baisakhi 2021 (Vaisakhi): when is Baisakhi in India, read history and importance of Harvest Festival, why we celebrate Baisakhi, Baisakhi marks the beginning of the Sikh New Year

- Apr 12, 2021,
- Updated Apr 12, 2021 4:25 PM IST
Baisakhi, also called Vaisakhi, is known as the harvest festival of Punjab. It is celebrated by people across religions. Other than marking the season of harvest, Baisakhi also has religious significance for the Sikhs. Baisakhi marks the beginning of the Sikh New Year.
Banks will remain closed in Haryana, Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir on April 13 due to Baisakhi celebrations.
Also Read: Banks to remain shut on these days this week
Baisakhi, also called Vaisakhi, is known as the harvest festival of Punjab. It is celebrated by people across religions. Other than marking the season of harvest, Baisakhi also has religious significance for the Sikhs. Baisakhi marks the beginning of the Sikh New Year.
Banks will remain closed in Haryana, Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir on April 13 due to Baisakhi celebrations.
Also Read: Banks to remain shut on these days this week