Ugadi 2022: What Is The Similarity Between Gudi Padwa And Ugadi?

Gudi Padwa is a celebration of New Year's Day. Ugadi also celebrates the first day of the new year according to the lunisolar calendar followed by Hindus.

India is a land of festivals and there are no two ways about it. The country thrives on different cultures and every culture has a list of festivals. Nothing is more exciting than being able to learn about similar festivities being observed across different cultures and communities. One such link can be drawn between Gudi Padwa and Ugadi.

Wondering what are these festivals? If you don't know much about these festivals from two different parts of the country, here's some insight into them.

What is Gudi Padwa?

Gudi Padwa is a day to celebrate the new year according to the Hindu calendar. It is believed, on Gudi Padwa Lord Brahma created the universe. On this day, Lord Brahma is said to have introduced days, weeks, months, and years. So, on Gudi Padwa, Lord Brahma is worshipped. The festival is celebrated mainly in Maharashtra and Goa. It will be celebrated on April 2 this year. This is the first day of the first month named Chaitra.