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Gudi Padwa 2024: From The Himalayas To The Streets Of Mumbai, Here’s How The Country Is Celebrating New Year

From the top of the Himalayas to the streets of Mumbai, here’s how Indians across the country celebrated Gudi Padwa and welcomed the new year.

by Tooba Shaikh
Gudi Padwa 2024: From The Himalayas To The Streets Of Mumbai, Here’s How The Country Is Celebrating New Year

The entire country is celebrating the new year and new beginnings! Whether you celebrate it as Gudi Padwa, Ugadi or by any other name, everyone’s spirits are heightened. In Maharashtra, the festival is known as Gudi Padwa and Maharashtrian and Konkani Hindus celebrate the festival with pomp and splendour. From the top of the Himalayas to the streets of Mumbai, here’s how Indians across the country celebrated Gudi Padwa and welcomed the new year.

Gudi Padwa 2024: Here’s How Indians Across The Country Celebrated

Scores of people have taken to X (formerly known as Twitter) to share highlights of their festivities! Be it videos of them dancing in street processions or pictures of their pooja thali, Netizens surely are in a festive spirit! Check it out!

1. Atop The Himalayas

 

A video went viral showing Army personnel celebrating Gudi Padwa while surrounded by snow and bone-chilling cold. The video reminded people of the harsh conditions the army has to endure even during festivals.

2. On The Streets

Many people took to the streets and marched in gigantic colourful processions. Accompanied by the lively beats of drums and vibrantly coloured outfits, the processions surely added to the festive spirit that the entire country is experiencing.

3. At Their Own Homes

Many people shared snippets of how they celebrated Gudi Padwa in their own homes and it was truly heartwarming to see. 

4. Deities Decked For The Occasion

Many even shared pictures of many deities decked up for the occasion. They were covered in flowers and ornate clothes which accentuated their divinity.

Also Read: Twitter User Shares Pictures From Mumbai’s Gudi Padwa Shobha Yatra 2023 & The Pictures Are Simply Alluring

Significance Of The Festival & Why It Is Celebrated

Gudi Padwa is celebrated on the first day of the Hindu calendar and marks the new year in the Hindu Calendar. The festival also coincides with Ugadi, celebrated in Karnataka and Telugu-speaking regions in India. There are several customs and traditions followed on the day.

Also Read: Gudi Padwa: What It Is, Why Is It Celebrated, What Is Eaten & All You Need To Know About This Festival

How are you and your family celebrating Gudi Padwa this year? Let us know in the comments section below!


Cover Image Credits: Canva Images and @Dimplegirl9996/X (Formerly, Twitter)

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First Published: April 09, 2024 2:40 PM