Quick Information
Month
March-April
Duration
1 Day
Calendar
Lunar
Deity
Brahma
About Gudi Padwa
Gudi Padwa (गुड़ी पड़वा) is one of the most significant festivals in the Hindu calendar. Marathi New Year.
This festival is dedicated to Brahma and follows the Lunar calendar tradition. It is celebrated over 1 day, typically in March-April.
Muhurat & Timings
The auspicious timings for Gudi Padwa puja vary each year based on planetary positions. For accurate muhurat timings:
Rituals & Traditions
The key rituals performed during Gudi Padwa include:
Gudi flag
Neem-jaggery
New ventures
How to Celebrate
- Gudi flag: An important tradition during Gudi Padwa celebrations.
- Neem-jaggery: An important tradition during Gudi Padwa celebrations.
- New ventures: An important tradition during Gudi Padwa celebrations.
Regional Celebrations
Gudi Padwa is celebrated across India with special enthusiasm in:
Maharashtra
Goa
Each region has unique traditions and ways of celebrating this auspicious occasion.
Astrological Significance
From a Vedic astrology perspective, Gudi Padwa holds special importance:
- Associated with Brahma's blessings and cosmic energies
- Considered auspicious for starting new ventures on this day
- Planetary alignments during this festival bring divine blessings and positive energy
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