Happy Gudhi Paadawaa!

[sandeepgoodbole]

Today, it's First day of Hindu Shaalivaahan ( a king) Calender year ,1924.
In my state, Maharashtra, it's known as Gudhi Paadawaa.
In Northen staes it's Baisakhi, and in Andhra Pradesh, it's Ugaadi.
Many mythological events are supposed to be occured on this day.for those who belive, this is one of the 100% Perfect day (2and half more such days we have ) to start any new venture irrespective of the planetory postions.
The months in the Hindu Calender are phased with moonphases and today, it's going to be the first, (after the no moon night) moon rise in the Month of Chaitra.
The moon is in the constelletion "Chitra".
May we all get peace,prosparity, health and satisfaction in this new year !! :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:

[Darris Chambless]

Here! Here! Sandeep. :cheers:

May it be a good day for all.

Darris C.

[Steve Machol]

Happy Gudhi Paadawaa!

So how is this holiday celebrated? Are there religious events? Parties and gift-giving? A holiday from work?

[sandeepgoodbole]

It's Govt. and Negotiable instruments ?Holiday on gudhi Padawaa.
So, all Govt. , semi Govt offices , schools , colleges are closed. But Privet shops and businesses are open. People greet each other, start new ventures, prepare special sweet dishes, No Hard Drinks.
No nonveg.
Gudhi Padwa is celebrated on a wide scale in Maharashtra in March/April, on the first day of Chaitra (first month according to the Marathi calendar). It denotes the New Year of the Maharashtrians. This day forms a very colourful one because of the lovely multi-coloured gudhis that adorn the front of the homes. On this day, people get up early and clean their homes.

Decorative rangoli designs are drawn. The 'Gudhi' is a bamboo staff, to which, a colourful silk cloth is tied. A garlanded goblet or a kalash, also stands prominently atop this gudhi, adding to its beauty. This goblet marks victory or achievement and is supposed to drive out the evil from the house. Neem stalks are also tied to the Gudhis along with sweet candy garland. They stand for all the bitter and the sweet moments of life.

The gudhis are erected on the Padwa, the first day of the Hindu New Year. This day is welcomed with gudhi worship. Tender neem leaves form the prasad. Along with the leaves, gram-pulse and jaggery are also offered. It is generally believed that any venture started on this day gives nothing but success. Hence the day is very auspicious for the people of Maharashtra.Creation
The Hindu year begins on the first day, "shuddha pratipada", of the month of Chaitra. According to Bramhand Purana God Bramha created the world on this day. On this first day of the year the feast of Gudhi Padva is celebrated. On this day a pole named gudhi is erected in front of the house. Padva is another name for pratipada, the first day of the lunar month. A new cloth is tied on the gudhi, a metal vessel is put on to it and a garland of sweets is hung on it. It is a sign of rejoicing to commemorate the victory of Rama over Vail, a South Indian King. With this day begins the new season, the spring. Eating a mixture of nim leaves, gul and cumin seeds is a special observance for the day. The day is considered auspicious for building or entering a new house, putting a child to school, or starting a business.



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