Ugadi 2026 Date: When is Telugu New Year? know date, time and significance

On Wednesday, March 19, 2026, we will observe Ugadi, Yudagi, Samvatsaradi, or Vishu. According to the Telugu calendar, this is one of the most well-known Hindu festivals that is mainly celebrated in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana. It is also believed that on this day, Lord Brahma began to create the universe. Telugu Shaka Samvat 1948 will Begin on this auspicious day.

Ugadi 2026: Date and Time

Pratipada Tithi Begins - 06:52 AM on Mar 19, 2026

Pratipada Tithi Ends - 04:52 AM on Mar 20, 2026

Ugadi 2026: Significance

For Hindus, Ugadi holds immense religious significance. The Telugu New Year officially begins on this day. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka all celebrate Ugadi with great joy and fervor. The arrival of spring is also celebrated on this day. As per the Gregorian calendar, Ugadi falls on the Chaitra Shukla Pratipada usually, this day falls in March-April month. Additionally, this celebration ushers in a new Samvatsara, a sixty-year cycle in which each year is given a distinct name. The Sanskrit terms "yuga," which means age, and "adi," which means beginning, are the origin of the term Yugadi. According to the Luni-Solar calendar, this celebration marks the start of a new year. People visit different temples and worship to God on this fortunate day. They prepare various dishes and desserts and share them with friends, family, and relatives as part of their celebration.

Ugadi 2026: Rituals

1. People take a bath after waking up early in the morning.

2. It is important to apply oil before taking a bath.

3. They dress in fresh, clean clothes and decorate their home with rangoli made from rice flour and mango leaves.

4. They prepare foods like - pachadi, which is prepared with neem leaves, jaggery, and tamarind.

5. After that, they go to temples to offer bhog prasad to the Lord and the Goddess.

6. They distribute the bhog prasad among family members.

7. They joyfully celebrate this auspicious day and give each other gifts.