Significance
Ugadi (Karnataka, Andhra, Telangana) and Gudi Padwa (Maharashtra) mark the Hindu New Year on Chaitra Shukla Pratipada. It celebrates new beginnings and the onset of spring.
Mythology & Legend
According to the Brahma Purana, Lord Brahma created the universe on this day. It also commemorates the day Lord Rama was crowned after his return to Ayodhya. The day begins the lunar year in the Shalivahana Shaka.
Rituals & Observances
- At dawn, take an oil bath and wear new clothes.
- Prepare Ugadi Pachadi (six tastes: sour, sweet, bitter, tangy, salty, spicy) and consume it first.
- In Maharashtra, hoist the Gudi (flag) outside the house.
- Draw rangoli and hang mango leaves at the door; visit the temple.
- Read the Panchang for the new year and set intentions.
Sacred Mantras
ॐ ब्रह्मणे नमः
oṃ brahmaṇe namaḥ
Salutations to Brahma
Traditional Foods
- ●Ugadi Pachadi (Bevu Bella)
- ●Puran Poli
- ●Shrikhand
- ●Pachadi
- ●Obbattu
Regional Variations
Karnataka/Andhra/Telangana(ఉగాది)
Ugadi, Pachadi
Maharashtra(गुढी पाडवा)
Gudi Padwa, Gudi
Konkan(संवत्सर पाडवा)
Same as Gudi Padwa
Do's & Don'ts
Do's
- ✓Start the year with cleanliness
- ✓Eat Pachadi for all flavors of life
- ✓Worship and set intentions
- ✓Visit family
Don'ts
- ✗Avoid starting disputes
- ✗Do not skip the symbolic foods