Gudi Padwa — പ്രാധാന്യം
Gudi Padwa marks the Marathi and Konkani New Year on Chaitra Shukla Pratipada. A gudi (flag) is hoisted outside homes to welcome the new year and ward off evil.
Gudi Padwa — പ്രാധാന്യം
According to tradition, Lord Brahma created the universe on this day. It also commemorates the day when Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya and was crowned. The gudi symbolises victory and prosperity. Chhatrapati Shivaji is said to have hoisted the gudi after victories.
Gudi Padwa — പൂജാ വിധി
- At dawn, take an oil bath and wear new clothes.
- Hoist the gudi (bamboo pole with cloth, neem leaves, sugar candy, and upturned pot) outside the door.
- Prepare shrikhand and puran poli; eat neem and jaggery for bitter-sweet symbolism.
- Visit the temple and exchange greetings; draw rangoli.
Gudi Padwa — മന്ത്രങ്ങൾ
ॐ ब्रह्मणे नमः
oṃ brahmaṇe namaḥ
Salutations to Brahma
Gudi Padwa — പരമ്പരാഗത വിഭവങ്ങൾ
- ●Shrikhand
- ●Puran poli
- ●Puran
- ●Shrikhand puri
- ●Neem and jaggery
Gudi Padwa — മറ്റ് പേരുകൾ
Maharashtra
Gudi hoisting, shrikhand-puri
Goa/Konkan
Same as Maharashtra
Gudi Padwa — ചെയ്യേണ്ടവ / ചെയ്യരുതാത്തവ
ചെയ്യേണ്ടവ
- ✓Hoist the gudi
- ✓Eat neem and jaggery
- ✓Wear new clothes
- ✓Visit temple
ചെയ്യരുതാത്തവ
- ✗Do not skip the gudi
- ✗Avoid inauspicious activities
- ✗Do not disrespect the new year
Gudi Padwa — FAQ
- Gudi Padwa എന്താണ്?
- Gudi Padwa marks the Marathi and Konkani New Year on Chaitra Shukla Pratipada.
- Gudi Padwa 2027 എപ്പോൾ?
- 2027ൽ Gudi Padwa 2027, ഏപ്രിൽ 7, ബുധനാഴ്ചന് വരും.
- What are the Gudi Padwa puja rituals?
- At dawn, take an oil bath and wear new clothes.; Hoist the gudi (bamboo pole with cloth, neem leaves, sugar candy, and upturned pot) outside the door.; Prepare shrikhand and puran poli; eat neem and jaggery for bitter-sweet symbolism.; Visit the temple and exchange greetings; draw rangoli.
- What to eat on Gudi Padwa?
- Shrikhand, Puran poli, Puran, Shrikhand puri, Neem and jaggery
- What should you do on Gudi Padwa?
- Hoist the gudi; Eat neem and jaggery; Wear new clothes
- What should you avoid on Gudi Padwa?
- Do not skip the gudi; Avoid inauspicious activities; Do not disrespect the new year
- Gudi Padwa ദിവസം ഏത് ദേവതയെ ആരാധിക്കണം?
- Gudi Padwa Brahmaക്ക് സമർപ്പിതം.
Upcoming Gudi Padwa Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Gudi Padwa is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 ഏപ്രി 7 | ബുധനാഴ്ച | 05:54 am | — |