The Hindu New Year begins with the Pratipada date of Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month. This day is especially important because Chaitra Navratri also starts from this day. It is celebrated in different parts of India by different names. In Maharashtra, it is known as Gudi Padwa, while the Sindhi community celebrates it as Chetichand. Especially in Maharashtra and Hindi speaking areas, it is celebrated as Gudi Padwa and Nav Samvatsar. In this article, we will know what Gudi Padwa is, why Gudi is tied on this day and what is the process of worshiping it.
When will Gudi Padwa be celebrated?
According to the Hindu calendar, Chaitra Shukla Pratipada Tithi will start on 29 March 2025 from 04 pm 27 minutes and will end on 30 March 2025 at 12.49 pm. Since Udayatithi has special significance in Hinduism, due to this Gudi Padwa will be celebrated on 30 March 2025. Vikram Samvat 2082 will also start from this day.
Meaning of Gudi Padwa
The word Gudi Padwa is made up of two major parts. “Gudi” means victory flag or flag, and “Padwa” means Pratipada Tithi. On this day, the Marathi community installs Gudi (flag) and worships it at the door of its homes. This day is a symbol of victory and New Year, which brings prosperity and prosperity in the family.
Why is a gudge planted at the door of the house?
On the day of Gudi Padwa, the tradition of planting a gun on the door or roof of the house is very old. Its history is very deep. In ancient times, when the warriors returned after winning the war, they used to hoist the victory or flag at the door of their homes and palaces. This was a symbol of his bravery and victorious. Under this tradition, Chaitra Shukla Pratipada is celebrated as Hindu New Year and Vijay Utsav. On this day, a gun is placed on the door or roof of the house, which is considered a symbol of prosperity and prosperity.
Gudi worship method
The day of Gudi Padwa is specially worshiped, which is a traditional process. The worship of this day is started early in the morning and massaging the oil on the body. After this, after bathing, cleaning is done in the house. Worship starts with a long wood, on which silk cloth is wrapped. Then mango or neem leaves, flowers and coconut are placed on top of it. In this way Gudi is ready. Gudi is then decorated with fragrant sunshine, incense sticks, lamps and flowers. Then milk-sugar, peda or sweets are offered to Gudi. After the puja, special enjoyment is offered in the afternoon, which all the members of the house eat together.
Traditional food on Gudi Padwa
On the day of Gudi Padwa, some special dishes are traditionally prepared. On this day special enjoyments like Shrikhand-Puri or Puran Poli are prepared. These delicious dish are part of this day and all the family members eat together. In the evening, in the sunset, the Gudi is taken off by offering turmeric-kumkum, flowers and akshat. This action communicates positive energy inside the house and wishes for prosperity.
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