, often called the "Pambu Panchangam," is a traditional almanac based on ancient "Vakya" (sentences) or shortcuts for celestial calculations. Understanding the 1996 Tamil Year January 1 to April 13, 1996 : These months fall under the Tamil year (யுவ வருஷம்). April 14 to December 31, 1996 : These months fall under the Tamil year (தாது வருஷம்). New Year (Puthandu) : Occurred on April 14, 1996 , marking the transition from Yuva to Dhadhu. How to Read a Vakya Panchangam
Occurred in mid-April, marking the start of the Dhatu year. vakya panchangam 1996 tamil exclusive
Based on the Tamil calendar for that year, here were several significant dates: Event Name Description April 14, 1996 The beginning of the new Tamil year Dhathu . Panguni Uthiram April 3, 1996 A major festival celebrated in Murugan and Shiva temples. Chandra Grahan (Lunar Eclipse) April 4, 1996 A total lunar eclipse occurred on this day. Soma Pradosh Vrat April 1, 1996 An auspicious day dedicated to Lord Shiva. Durga Puja Ashtami October 20, 1996 Significant religious day during Navaratri. Dussehra (Vijayadashami) October 21, 1996 Celebration of the victory of good over evil. , often called the "Pambu Panchangam," is a
| Feature | Details | |---------|---------| | | Durmukhi (துர்முகி) – 23rd year in 60-year Tamil cycle | | Starting Date | April 13, 1996 (Tamil New Year – Chithirai 1) | | Ending Date | April 13, 1997 | | System | Vakya (Brahmasiddhanta) – not Drik | | Language | Pure Tamil with Grantha script for mantras | | Exclusive Use | Chidambaram Nataraja Temple, Tiruvannamalai Girivalam dates | New Year (Puthandu) : Occurred on April 14,
Additionally, scans of physical documents from that era, such as the Yuva Varusham 1995-1996 Archive , can sometimes be traced through digital document libraries.