If one understands the implied meaning and science behind the holy days and religious festivals, only then can they be celebrated with complete faith.

Hindu New Year Day that is Chaitra Shukla Pratipada is also known as Gudipadwa. Scriptures prescribe to perform ritualistic worship and erect Gudi immediately after sunrise. Let us see the details of the ritualistic worship and associated mantras.

Gudipadwa is celebrated on Yugadi tithi, Chaitra Shukla Pratipada (First day of the bright fortnight of the Hindu lunar month of Chaitra)

The Gudhi (or the Brahma-dhwaj) is hoisted in every house as a symbol of victory and happiness. Since a symbol of victory is always held high, so is the Gudi.).

The day on which the Universe was created is Chaitra Shukla Pratipada; hence, this is the real commencement of the New Year.

We will see the immense timescales that have been familiar to Hindus since time immemorial. Also we will be able to appreciate the expansive nature of time.

Establishment of the ‘Hindu Nation’ is a process that will continue over the next 10 years from this moment. For this, the first stage will involve uniting all devout Hindus active in various fields for the sake of the Nation and Dharma.