Ugadi 2026 Muhurat Timings
Ugadi 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
Samvatsara
Shubhakrit Nama
Year 2026-27
Ugadi Pachadi - The Six Tastes
Ugadi Pachadi is a unique preparation symbolizing that life is a mix of different experiences. Each ingredient represents an emotion:
Jaggery
Happiness
Tamarind
Challenges
Salt
Interest
Neem Flowers
Sadness
Green Chili
Anger
Raw Mango
Surprise
Karnataka Ugadi Traditions
Panchanga Shravanam
On Ugadi, families gather to listen to the new year's Panchanga (almanac) reading by a priest. This includes predictions for the year covering rains, crops, political events, and auspicious/inauspicious periods. This tradition helps plan important events for the coming year.
Ugadi Special Dishes
Holige/Obbattu
Sweet flatbread stuffed with chana dal and jaggery. The signature Ugadi sweet in Karnataka.
Kosambari
Refreshing salad made with soaked moong dal, cucumber, and coconut.
Puliyogare
Tangy tamarind rice, a temple-style preparation popular during festivals.
Payasa
Sweet rice pudding made with milk, rice, and jaggery or sugar.
Famous Temples to Visit
Chamundeshwari Temple
Location: Mysuru, Chamundi Hill | Deity: Goddess Chamundeshwari
Royal temple with grand Ugadi celebrations and special abhishekam.
Sri Krishna Temple, Udupi
Location: Udupi | Deity: Lord Krishna
Famous for Paryaya festival and elaborate Ugadi rituals.
Dharmasthala
Location: Dakshina Kannada | Deity: Lord Manjunatha (Shiva)
Major pilgrimage center with grand Ugadi celebrations.
Tirupati Tirumala
Location: Andhra Pradesh (nearby) | Deity: Lord Venkateswara
Special Ugadi festivities with massive crowds from Karnataka.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Ugadi 2026 in Karnataka?
Ugadi 2026 falls on Thursday, March 19, 2026. It marks the beginning of Chaitra month and the Shubhakrit Nama Samvatsara.
Is Ugadi the same as Gudi Padwa?
Yes, Ugadi and Gudi Padwa fall on the same day and both celebrate the Hindu New Year. Ugadi is celebrated in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, while Gudi Padwa is celebrated in Maharashtra.
Why do we eat neem on Ugadi?
Neem symbolizes that life brings bitter experiences along with sweet ones. Eating Bevu-Bella (neem-jaggery) teaches acceptance of both good and bad in life.
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