Hindu New Year 2025, also known as Hindu Nav Varsh 2025, is a significant celebration for those belonging to the Hindu religion. This auspicious occasion is observed on the first day of the Chaitra month according to the Hindu calendar. The first festivals associated with the Hindu New Year are Chaitra Navratri and Gudi Padwa, which will take place on March 30, 2025. This day marks the beginning of the year 2082 in the Vikram Samvat calendar. It is believed that Lord Brahma created the universe on this day, and it also commemorates the Rajyabhishek of Lord Shri Ram and Dharmaraj Yudhishthira.

When is The Hindu New Year 2025?

The Hindu New Year is also referred to as Nav Varsh or Nav Samvatsar. According to the Panchang, the Pratipada date of the Shukla Paksha in the Chaitra month falls on March 30. In 2025, the Hindu New Year will be celebrated on this date. The Lagna for the Samvat will be Leo, and at this time, both the Sun and the Moon will be in Pisces.

The Hindu New Year is a time for spiritual reflection, seeking divine blessings, and starting anew with fresh goals. It marks the beginning of Chaitra Navratri, a sacred nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga. The occasion also signifies the start of new agricultural cycles, particularly in rural India.

The Hindu New Year is celebrated with grand festivities, rituals, prayers, and cultural events across various regions in India. Each area has its own traditions, names, and methods of celebrating this sacred occasion.

For example, Gudi Padwa is celebrated in Maharashtra and Goa, while Ugadi is observed in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. In Tamil Nadu, the festival is known as Puthandu, and in Punjab, it is celebrated as Baisakhi. Each celebration features unique traditions, rituals, and cultural elements, making them special and significant.

Tithi & Mahurat for Hindu New Year 2025

• Pratipada Tithi Begins: 10:05 PM on March 29, 2025
• Pratipada Tithi Ends: 08:30 PM on March 30, 2025