According to the Hindu solar calendar, Malayalees celebrate New Year on April 14. 

On the day of Vishu, devotees morning begins with the sighting of Vishukkani, usually consisting of fruits, vegetables, rice, coins, and holy texts, Lord Krishna's statue forms the crux of this beautiful sight as it is decorated with garlands and lighted lamps.  This is followed by the custom of elders giving money to the young ones, symbolic of sharing wealth and prosperity, known as Vishu kaineettam. No festival is of course, complete without a sumptuous meal. Several popular dishes cooked during this are mampazha pulissery, Vishu kanji, Vishu katta, and payasam, amongst others!

Sending messages through social media and WhatsApp is now the trendiest way to spread wishes, although creating that perfect message may be a tough task. For those not comfortable in forming an eloquent succession of words fit enough for an occasion, these times of festivity can certainly send one spinning. This new year, wish your friends and family in the warmest ways, without having to fret about what to say. 

For those wishing their loved a Happy Vishu, here is something to help you out. 

1. A look at some of the wishes to send to your loved ones and celebrate the occasion. 

2. May you be blessed with peace, prosperity and good fortune! Happy Vishu

3. Ellavarkum, nanmayudeyum, snehatindeyum Vishu ashamsagal

4. May the lord blessings bring peace to your home and heart on Vishu 

5. Let this year be a golden one for you forget the past and invite the future wishing you a Happy Vishu 

6. Sending you bright new year greetings and wishing that blessings be with you today and always! Happy Vishu!

7. As you light the auspicious lamp on Vishu ... May your world be filled with the bright rays of happiness, joy and prosperity! Happy Vishu! 

8. Sambal Samrithiudayum Aishwaryavum Niranja Oru Nalla Vishu Kalam Ashamsikunnu. Happy Vishu! 

9. May Lord Vinayagar shower, his divine blessings on you and fill your life with new hopes and endless celebrations! Happy Vishu!

10. May Vishu brings all the blessings & happiness to you and your family. Happy Vishu!