We always wait for the New Year with the hope of new beginnings. People believe if the new year begins with more positivity and joyfulness, the more meaningful the year ahead will be. That's why in our Hindu dharma, the arrival of the Hindu New Year is celebrated with great devotion and joy as the festival of Gudi Padwa.
Let us explore more about this festival and its traditions. But before that, let us recite the Gudi Padwa mantra that supports new beginnings and harmony in the family.
ब्रह्मध्वज नमस्तेऽस्तु सर्वाभीष्ट फलप्रद ।
प्राप्तेस्मिन् वत्सरे नित्यं मद्गृहे मंगलं कुरु ।।
Brahmadhvaj, Namastestu Sarvaabheesht Phalaprada.
Praptesmin Vatsare Nityam Madgrhe Mangalam Kuru.
Meaning: O Brahmadhvaja! I offer my salutations to you; you are the fulfiler of all wishes. Bring auspiciousness in our life.
Gudi Padwa, also known as the Marathi New Year, is a renowned spring festival celebrated at the beginning of the Hindu lunar new year. According to tradition, this is the day Brahma began the creation of the universe. Some other traditions suggest that on this day Lord Rama sought victory over Ravana and returned to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile.
This festival is popular among Marathi and Konkani Hindus and is primarily celebrated in Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Daman and Diu.
On this day devotees create beautiful rangoli decorations, organise communal gatherings, make special delicacies, dance and celebrate culturally and publicly. A notable ritual during Gudi Padwa is the adoration and worship of a sacred gudi dhvaja. On this day, a 'gudi' is traditionally hosted outside homes as a symbol of victory, new beginnings and prosperity.
Gudi Padwa is a combination of two words: 'Gudi', meaning 'flag', and 'Padwa', meaning 'pratipada' or the first day of each fortnight in a lunar month. It is the bright phase of the moon. This time of the year marks the conclusion of the rabi crop season and the beginning of the harvest period, symbolising a fresh start, renewal and prosperity.
The festival is also associated with Lord Shiva. Devotees gather together and carry Gudi kavads to a Shiva temple, celebrating with devotion and spiritual enthusiasm.
For Maharashtrians, Gudi Padwa is a time for joy and celebration. The symbolism behind it is as follows:
Marathi Shaalivahan Shaka Parabhava Samvatsar 1948 begins. According to the Drik Panchang, in 2026, Gudi Padwa will be celebrated on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
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Samvatsara is the period of one complete year. Parabhava Samvatsara is one of the years in the traditional 60-year cycle of Hindu Dharma, representing the origin of the creation of the new cycle.
Each samvatsara represents unique energies and qualities to provide insights about the future.
For example, Ananda (joy) and Manmatha (love) are considered auspicious and lucky, while Durmukhi, krodhana, and Virodhi are considered inauspicious.
It is related to the Trinity (Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh) with each presiding over a period of twenty years. The cycle repeats every 60 years, beginning with Parabhava and ending with Akshaya.
Key characteristics of Parabhava Samvatsara:
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Gudi Padwa marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year. Across India, it is celebrated in various regions under different names and traditions, such as:
There are various legends associated with Gudi Padwa:
According to Maharashtrian tradition, on this day Lord Brahmaji created the universe and established the cycle of days, years, and months.
Many traditions believe that on this day Lord Rama defeated Ravana and returned to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile. Devotees celebrate this occasion as the triumph of good over evil.
This day also signifies the victory of Gautamiputra Satakarni, associated with the legend of King Shalivahana, he was a powerful ruler of Satavahana dynasty. Once, King Shalivahana was attacked by powerful enemies. Through his divine power, he created an army out of clay and breathed life into them. With this army, he defeated his enemies and achieved a great victory.
People remember this triumph even today. To celebrate his victory, they raise the Gudi flag outside their homes during Gudi Padwa. His victory also marked the beginning of the Shalivahana Shaka calendar.
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Some emotions are best expressed through traditions. The rituals followed on this day are as follows:
Devotees begin the day with a special oil bath and wear traditional dresses. Prayers are offered to Lord Vishnu and Devi Lakshmi for prosperity and overall well-being.
On this day devotees prepare special festive food. Common preparation includes bitter neem leaves and sweet jaggery (gud gul) and sour tamarind, which also signifies life's bittersweet experience and food culture. Various traditional cuisines are also prepared, which are not only delicious but also nutritious. Such as thalipeeth, puran poli, Shrikhand, special neem jaggery, masala bhaat, and kothimbir Vada.
Families create intricate colourful designs on the floor using rice, colours or flowers, symbolising joy, hospitality and prosperity. Homes are also decorated with fresh mango leaves and flowers.
The most important ritual is the hoisting of Gudi. The Gudi symbolises the Vijaya pataka (flag of victory).
(Note: During the worship of Gudi, chant sacred mantras for prosperity.)
Ekktaa suggests that the Gudi should be placed in a clean and elevated location like a terrace or balcony, preferably in the North East, East direction to attract auspicious energy and remove obstacles.
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In Vedic astrology, these muhurats are believed to be ‘swayam siddha', the most auspicious days of the Hindu calendar.
Gudi Padwa is considered one of the Sade teen muhurats. It is believed that starting any new ventures or buying new properties, cars or vehicles during these muhurats is considered highly auspicious.
This year during Gudi Padwa, we will be close to the vernal equinox, i.e. spring equinox, which is associated with renewed energy and the beginning of a new season (spring). The powerful cosmic movements intensify the positive energy, making it a favourable time for manifesting.
The festival marks the onset of the spring season and the ending of winter, signalling renewal of life. This transition encourages people to leave behind the past negativity and welcome fresh opportunities.
Gudi Padwa is a renowned festival of India, especially celebrated by Maharashtrians and Konkanis. It reflects new beginnings, prosperity and the arrival of spring. Gudi Padwa symbolises the Hindu new year, the victory of good over evil, embodying the spirit of unity, gratitude and communal harmony.
On this day, special rituals are performed like gudi hoisting, abhyanga snan and offering flowers, fruits and neem leaves to the gudi are believed to support spiritual, mental and physical well- being.
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In Maharashtra, Gudi Padwa is not only the beginning of the new year but also a reminder of the powerful spirit of Swaraj established by the great Maratha leader Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
On the occasion of Gudi Padwa, Smt Ekktaa shared her perspective on how Gudi Padwa is a reminder of the spirit of Swarajya.
Although Gudi Padwa is a 2000-year-old tradition, It is believed that on Gudi Padwa, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj got victory over the Mughals, and he established Bharat as the swatantra swarajya (free kingdom), on this day his army hosted a Gudi as a symbol of victory and pride for the nation.
Just as the Gudi stands tall and waves in the wind, the legacy of his bravery and dedication continues to inspire generations.
Ekktaa highlights that through hoisting a gudi we remember his courage, valour and strength to make Bharat a self-reliant nation.
Gudi Padwa is a renowned festival widely celebrated by Maharashtrians and Konkani communities. It is believed that on this day Lord Brahma created the universe, marking the beginning of a new cosmic cycle.
Gudi Padwa is celebrated during the onset of spring season, on the first day of the Chaitra month (March to April) of the Hindu lunisolar calendar.
Gudi Padwa is primarily celebrated in Maharashtra, Goa, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.
It is a sacred ritual performed by people, where devotees hoist a Gudi made of bamboo shoot topped with copper vessels and decorated with silk saree at their homes as a symbol of victory and prosperity.
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