Ugadi

Ugadi is the New Year festival celebrated in the states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. It marks the beginning of the Chaitra month in the Hindu lunar calendar and usually falls in March or April. Significance of Ugadi. Ugadi signifies the start of a new era and is believed to be the day when Lord Brahma began creating the universe. It is an important festival for Hindus, especially for people following the Panchanga (Hindu almanac).Ugadi Celebrations. Panchanga Shravanam Listening to the predictions for the new year by scholars. Abhyanga Snana Taking a ritual oil bath early in the morning. Temple Visits Seeking blessings for a prosperous year ahead. Ugadi Pachadi A special dish made with six tastes:Jaggery (sweet) Happiness. Neem flowers (bitter) Challenges. Tamarind (sour) Surprises. Raw mango (tangy) Growth. Chili (spicy) Anger. Salt (salty) Life s balance. This symbolizes that life is a mixture of different emotions. Other Names for Ugadi. Gudi Padwa In Maharashtra. Chaitra Navratri In North India. Navreh In Kashmir. Cheti Chand Sindhi New Year