Hindu communities nationwide have begun to usher in the new year

Blessing of sorts: It is tradition for Malayalee family elders to offer kaineetam (money packets) to youngsters during Vishu, the Malayalee new year.

FROM Ugadhi to Vaisakhi, April is a significant month for Hindus as they welcome the new year while the Sikhs commemorate the establishment of the Khalsa.

Representing the largest Hindu composite, Malaysian Hindu Sangam advisor Datuk A. Vaithilingam, 81, said all Tamils will celebrate the new year on April 14.