Gudi Padwa, also known as the Marathi New Year, is a festival that marks the beginning of the new year for the Marathi people. It is celebrated on the first day of the Chaitra month, which usually falls in March or April. The festival is named after the ‘gudi’, a colourful flag that is hoisted on top of houses and temples.
Gudi Padwa is a time for families and friends to come together and celebrate the new year. People wear new clothes, exchange gifts, and eat traditional Marathi dishes. The festival is also a time for reflection and renewal. People often take this opportunity to set new goals and resolutions for the year ahead.
