This year, Navroz falls on a weekend (Saturday), which calls for an extended 2-day celebration. This is followed by a grand lunch where families and friends come together and enjoy a special Navroz spread. It usually comprises akuri (scrambled eggs), Sali par edu (Parsi-style egg meal), sweet sev (vermicelli) et al. If you have ever tried a Parsi meal, then you surely know how splendid and elaborated it is! On the first day of the Parsi New Year, people put on their new clothes and start the day with a traditional breakfast. And needless to say, the festival is just not complete without a lavish Navroz spread. They also clean and decorate their houses with toran, flowers and rangoli. Navroz is all about spreading love and happiness, where friends and families exchange sweets, gifts and blessings. This year, we are all set to celebrate Navroz on March 20, 2021. It also coincides with the spring equinox that falls around March 20-21 every year. A combination of two Persian words - 'Nav' which means new and 'Roz' meaning day - Navroz marks the first day of Parsi New Year, as per the Zoroastrian calendar. The Parsi community in India is all set to celebrate Navroz. India is a melting pot of diversified cultures, which is why we get to enjoy different traditions and festivities year-round.
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