Gudi Padwa & Ugadi 2026: Date, Significance, Legends, and How to Celebrate!
As the spring breeze begins to sweep across the Indian subcontinent, it brings with it the promise of renewal and the vibrant festivities of Gudi Padwa and Ugadi . Falling on Thursday, March 19, 2026 , these sister festivals mark the beginning of the Hindu New Year (Chaitra Sukladi) according to the lunisolar calendar. While the names and specific customs vary by region—Gudi Padwa in Maharashtra and Ugadi in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana—the essence remains the same: a celebration of time, victory, and the diverse flavors of life. Gudi Padwa & Ugadi 2026: Important Dates & Timings The festival is observed on the Pratipada Tithi (first day) of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Chaitra. Festival Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026 Pratipada Tithi Begins: 06:52 AM on March 19, 2026 Pratipada Tithi Ends: 04:52 AM on March 20, 2026 Auspicious Muhurat (Mumbai): 06:44 AM to 08:14 AM (Best for hoisting the Gudi) Significan...