Ugadi is a major festival celebrated with great joy in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka, marking the Telugu and Kannada New Year. It usually falls in March or April, symbolizing new beginnings and prosperity. People clean and decorate their homes with mango leaves and colorful rangolis to welcome the festival. On this day, families prepare traditional dishes, especially the famous “Ugadi Pachadi,” which represents the different flavors of life. New clothes are worn, and people visit temples to seek blessings for a good year ahead. Elders read the “Panchangam,” which predicts events for the coming year. The festival also signifies the arrival of spring and the beginning of the harvest season. Cultural programs, songs, and dances add to the festive spirit in towns and villages. Ugadi promotes togetherness, hope, and positivity among families and communities. It is a time to celebrate life, reflect on the past, and look forward to a prosperous future.
Highlights
- Ugadi marks the Telugu and Kannada New Year, celebrated with great joy and cultural tradition
- It usually falls in March or April, symbolizing the arrival of spring and new beginnings.
- People prepare special dishes like “Ugadi Pachadi,” representing different emotions of life.
- Homes are decorated with mango leaves and rangoli, and people wear new clothes and visit temples.
