Gudi Padwa 2026 Muhurat
Gudi Padwa Date
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Chaitra Shukla Pratipada
Pratipada Tithi Begins
March 18, 2026
11:24 PM IST
Pratipada Tithi Ends
March 19, 2026
08:49 PM IST
Gudi Hoisting Time
Sunrise - 6:27 AM
(Face East)
How to Make & Hoist Gudi
Gudi Assembly Guide
Materials Needed:
- Bamboo Stick: Long bamboo pole (5-6 feet)
- Silk Cloth: Bright green, yellow, or orange silk/brocade
- Kalash: Copper or silver pot (inverted on top)
- Neem Leaves: Fresh neem twigs
- Mango Leaves: Fresh mango leaves (toran)
- Garland: Marigold or red flowers
- Sugar Crystals: Sakhar gathi (sugar garland)
How to Hoist:
- Drape the silk cloth on the bamboo stick
- Add neem and mango leaves at the top
- Place the inverted kalash on top
- Add garland and sugar crystals
- Hoist on balcony/window facing East at sunrise
- Apply kumkum and offer flowers
Maharashtra Gudi Padwa Traditions
Traditional Gudi Padwa Foods
Puran Poli
Sweet flatbread stuffed with chana dal and jaggery. The quintessential Maharashtrian festival sweet.
Shrikhand Puri
Hung curd sweetened with saffron and cardamom, served with deep-fried puris.
Sabudana Khichdi
Tapioca pearls with peanuts and cumin, often eaten as a fasting food.
Kothimbir Vadi
Coriander fritters made with gram flour, a savory snack for the feast.
Neem-Jaggery Tradition
On Gudi Padwa morning, Maharashtrians eat a mixture of neem leaves (bitter) and jaggery (sweet). This symbolizes accepting life's bitter and sweet experiences equally. Some add tamarind, raw mango, and chili for a complete taste experience similar to Ugadi Pachadi.
Famous Temples to Visit
Siddhivinayak Temple
Location: Mumbai, Prabhadevi | Deity: Lord Ganesha
Most famous Ganesha temple in Mumbai with special Padwa puja.
Shani Shingnapur
Location: Ahmednagar | Deity: Lord Shani
Famous open-air temple with significant New Year celebrations.
Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
Location: Shirdi, Ahmednagar | Deity: Sai Baba
Major pilgrimage with elaborate Gudi Padwa celebrations.
Kolhapur Mahalakshmi Temple
Location: Kolhapur | Deity: Goddess Mahalakshmi
One of the Shakti Peethas with grand Padwa festivities.
Jejuri Khandoba Temple
Location: Pune | Deity: Lord Khandoba
Popular Maratha deity temple with traditional Padwa puja.
Gudi Padwa Processions
Girgaon Shobha Yatra - Mumbai
The famous Girgaon Shobha Yatra is Maharashtra's grandest Gudi Padwa procession. Thousands participate in traditional attire, with decorated floats, folk dancers, and traditional music. The procession starts from Girgaon Chowpatty and covers major areas of South Mumbai.
Date: March 19, 2026 | Time: 8:00 AM onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Gudi Padwa 2026 in Maharashtra?
Gudi Padwa 2026 falls on Thursday, March 19, 2026. It marks the first day of Chaitra month and the Marathi New Year.
Is Gudi Padwa the same as Ugadi?
Yes, Gudi Padwa and Ugadi fall on the same day - Chaitra Shukla Pratipada. While Maharashtra celebrates Gudi Padwa, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh celebrate Ugadi with similar significance.
Why is the Gudi hoisted on the right side?
The Gudi is traditionally hoisted on the right side of the main entrance, facing east. The right side symbolizes auspiciousness in Hindu tradition, and facing east welcomes the morning sun and positive energy.
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