This day is said to be the one on which Lord Brahma created the world after deluge. It is a day of great festivity and rejoicing as it also commemorates the triumphant expeditions of the Maratha armies of the great Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the most beloved leader of the Maharashtrians. It is a day when the brave Marathas returned home from their successful expeditions of war.
"Gudi Padwa" in INDIA ; heralds the advent of new year and is one of the most auspicious days for Maharashtrians.It is customary to erect ‘Gudis’ on the first day (Padwa) of the Marathi New Year. 'Gudi' is a bamboo staff with a colored silk cloth and a garlanded goblet atop it, which symbolizes victory or achievement.
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Started Hindu's new year in india from 27 march 2009
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