Ugadi 2026
Hindu ยท Andhra & Karnataka
Telugu & Kannada New Year
About Ugadi
Ugadi is the New Year for Telugu and Kannada communities. The name translates to 'beginning of a new age'. Homes are cleaned, people wear new clothes, and the traditional Ugadi Pachadi (a mix of six tastes) is consumed.
Traditions & Customs
- Ugadi Pachadi
- New clothes
- Temple visit
- Neem leaves & jaggery
- Home decoration
- Panchanga Shravanam (almanac reading)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Ugadi in 2027?
Thursday, 18 March 2027 In India Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30), the holiday begins at midnight (12:00 AM IST) on this date.
What is Ugadi?
Ugadi is the New Year for Telugu and Kannada communities. The name translates to 'beginning of a new age'. Homes are cleaned, people wear new clothes, and the traditional Ugadi Pachadi (a mix of six tastes) is consumed.
Is Ugadi a public holiday in India?
Ugadi is a gazetted holiday in states where the Hindu community is prominent.
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