Ugadi Festival: A Day to Transform Your Life

The Ugadi festival, as explained in detail on the Aanmeegaglitz channel, is not limited to any specific region. It marks the beginning of a new era (Yuga), believed to be the day when Lord Brahma started writing the course of the universe.

Ugadi signifies the start of a new year and also coincides with seasonal changes. The sun enters the Mesha Rasi (Aries) in the Chithirai month, which is considered a period when wishes are granted.

On Ugadi, a special dish called Ugadi Pachadi is prepared, combining six ingredients: neem leaves, jaggery, mango, tamarind, pepper, and salt. These ingredients represent the six flavors of life.

The day begins with a ritual bath, followed by consuming the Ugadi Pachadi. In the evening, the Panchangam (Hindu calendar) is read. Daily Panchangam readings are believed to remove doshas (negative influences).

Devotees chant the Ganesha mantra, “Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha,” on Ugadi. Reciting this mantra 27 or 108 times daily is recommended.

Practices started on Ugadi, when continued for 48 days, are said to yield positive results. Chanting the Ganesha mantra for a year is believed to bring miracles into one’s life.