Gudi Padwa 2026: Date, Muhurat and Rituals Explained
Gudi Padwa, marking the Marathi New Year, will be celebrated on March 19, 2026. The festival falls on Chaitra Shukla Pratipada and symbolizes new beginnings and prosperity. People raise a decorated Gudi outside their homes, perform prayers, take ritual baths, and prepare traditional foods. The day is considered highly auspicious for starting new ventures.