Keeping this in view, which states celebrate Ugadi in India?
Ugadi is a Hindu festival, celebrated in the south Indian states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Telangana. The festival marks the beginning of a new Hindu calendar year and is celebrated on the first day of “Chaitra†month, which falls in the months of March-April as per the Gregorian calendar.
Beside above, how Kannada people celebrate Ugadi? People from different spheres of society start the day with an oil-bath and wearing new traditional clothes. They clean their house, which is followed by prayers and offerings. The entire family worships the Panchanga and pray for a bountiful year. The Indra Dhwaja is also worshipped on this holy day.
Keeping this in consideration, why do we celebrate Ugadi in Karnataka?
Marking the beginning of a new era and a new Hindu lunar calendar, the festival of Ugadi is celebrated on the first day of the Chaitra month in the states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka. It is believed that Lord Brahma, the creator of the Universe created days, months, years and the vital elements of nature.
How is Ugadi celebrated in Kannada?
Celebration of Ugadi
Temples, homes, and shops are decorated with flowers and mango leaves, especially the entrances. Making colourful floral patterns or rangolis in front of the houses is a common practice on the day. Family members dress up in new clothes and gather to worship and pray together on this day.