Poira Boishaf, also known as Bengali New Year, is a festival celebrated in the Indian state of West Bengal and the country of Bangladesh. It falls on the 14th or 15th of April each year and marks the beginning of the Bengali year. In Poira Boyshak, West Bengal and Bangladesh, people clean their homes and decorate them with colorful rice paste ‘alpana’ motifs.

They wear new clothes and visit temples to offer prayers and ask for blessings for the New Year. They also participate in cultural events, fairs and parades. One of the important traditions of poira boasak is the preparation of a special dish called panta bhat. It is a dish in which leftover rice is soaked in water overnight and served with  side dishes such as fish, vegetables, and cucumbers. People also exchange greetings and gifts with friends and relatives.

Poira Boishaf is an important festival for the Bengali people, symbolizing new beginnings, prosperity and happiness. It promotes culture, traditions and community values ​​and is celebrated with joy and enthusiasm.