Is celebrated in Punjab with great fervour. It was on this day that Guru Gobind Singh founded the Khalsa (Sikh brotherhood). The holy books of Sikhs, Granth Sahib is then in a procession, led by the Panj Pyaras (five senior sikhs) who are symbolic of the original leaders. The occasion is marked by lot of feasting and merry making. All night revelries termed Baishaki di Raat (night of feasting) or Baisakhi da Mela (Baishakhi Fairs) are held, where men and women dance to the rhythmic beat of drums.
In Kerala the festival is known as Vishu. A display of grains, fruits flower, gold, new cloth and money, is viewed early in the morning to ensure a prosperous year ahead. Known as Bihu in Assam, the festival is celebrated with the lively dances, music and feasting.

At the beginning of April, the people of Kerala begin their search for the best elephant in the state. Each temple in Kerala sends a procession of decorated elephants to Trichur to participate in the Pooram festival. The decorated elephant groups face each other while drums and nadaswarams create a crescendo of music. The festival ends with a spectacular display of fireworks.

Is celebrated in Udaipur to welcome spring. The main highlight of the festival is the procession of the colorfully attired women carrying images of the Godess Gauri to lake Pichola. Festivities include joyous singing, dancing, devotional music concerts and firework displays.