Gudi Padwa marks the first day of the new year in the Hindu traditional calendar. Gudi Padwa is symbolic of Brahmadhwaja – which means that Brahma created the entire universe on this day. The festival also marks the coronation of Lord Rama after 14 years of exile. Gudi Padwa, also known as Ugadi, is celebrated in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. This festival marks the arrival of the new harvest season. This festival is also celebrated by Sindhis and is known as Cheti Chand. In this article, we discuss about Gudi Padwa Puja in detail.
Gudi Padwa Puja
Before Gudi Padwa, people clean the whole house to prepare it for the puja. People take oil bath, wear new clothes and start Gudi Padwa Puja. Torans made of mango leaves are hung at the entrance of the house. It is believed that this brings positivity in the house. Also, to bring positivity, beautiful Rangoli is made outside the house.
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Gudi is arranged in every house and this Gudi is worshipped. The Gudi is a dazzling silk saree tied to a long bamboo. It is also decorated with neem leaves, mango leaves and flowers. The bamboo stick is covered with a kalash made of silver or copper and this Gudi is hoisted from the window, balcony or terrace in such a way that it is visible to all.
gudi padwa food preparation
Food preparations include dishes made with a mixture of neem leaves, jaggery, tamarind, etc., which reflect the bitter sweet moments of life. In Maharashtra, Gudi Padwa food includes puri, shrikhand and puran poli.
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