India Celebrates Hindu Luni-Solar New Year with Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, and Cheti Chand Festivities

Communities across India mark March 30, 2025, with traditional rituals, cultural events, and shared celebrations of renewal and prosperity.

Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, and Cheti Chand are celebrated on March 30, 2025, marking the Hindu luni-solar New Year across Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, and Sindhi communities.
Gudi Padwa festivities in Maharashtra feature the hoisting of the Gudi, symbolizing victory and prosperity, alongside traditional foods like Puran Poli and Shrikhand.
Ugadi celebrations in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka include oil baths, rangoli decorations, and the preparation of Ugadi Pachadi, a dish symbolizing life's diverse experiences.
The Sindhi community honors Jhulelal on Cheti Chand with Bahrana Sahib offerings and cultural gatherings, emphasizing community bonding and heritage preservation.
The festivals foster cultural unity, with non-Maharashtrians embracing Gudi Padwa traditions in Maharashtra, highlighting the spirit of togetherness and shared celebrations.