Vaisakhi (IAST: ), also pronounced as Baisakhi is observed by Hindus all over India and other parts of South Asia and among Sikhs primarily in the Punjab region of India. It also marks the beginning of Hindu solar New year. Vaisakhi marks the first day of the month of Vaisakha, is usually celebrated on 13 or 14 April every year and is a historical and religious festival in Sikhism. This holiday is also known as Vaisakha Sankranti and celebrates the Solar new year, based on the Hindu Vikram Samvat calendar. It is additionally a spring harvest festival for many Indians. In other parts of India, the Vaisakhi festival is known by various regional names. - Source: Wikipedia
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