Hindu Calendar Months: The calculation of time in Indian culture is not limited to just days and months, but is deeply linked to nature, seasons and astronomical events. The Hindu calendar is also made on this scientific and spiritual basis. In the year 2026, the Hindu New Year is starting from 19 March 2026, which is celebrated on the day of Chaitra Shukla Pratipada. This day is considered to mark the beginning of the Indian New Year. Let us understand the religious and cultural significance of the Hindu calendar.
When does Hindu calendar start?
The Hindu calendar starts from the Pratipada date of Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month. This day is known by different names in different places, like Navasamvatsar in North India, Gudi Padwa in Maharashtra and Ugadi in South India. This day also signals the arrival of spring, when nature is infused with new energy and new life. This is why it is considered most auspicious for the beginning of the new year.
What is the basis of Hindu calendar?
The Hindu calendar is mainly based on the movement of the Moon, hence it is called lunisolar calendar. In this, the months move according to the Moon, while the calculation of the year is also balanced on the basis of the position of the Sun. Every month is divided into two parts. The first Shukla Paksha is from Amavasya to Purnima, while the second Krishna Paksha is from Purnima to Amavasya.
What are the names of 12 months of Hindu calendar?
- Chaitra
- Vaishakh
- eldest
- Ashadh
- Shravan
- Bhadrapada
- Ashwin
- Karthik
- route head
- Paush
- Magha
- Phalgun
Importance of Hindu calendar
The Hindu calendar not only calculates the dates, but it is also the basis for determining our religious festivals, fasts, festivals and auspicious times. All the major festivals like Diwali, Holi, Navratri, Rakshabandhan are celebrated according to this calendar. Apart from this, auspicious works like marriage, house warming, naming ceremony are also decided by looking at the Panchang, so that auspiciousness and happiness remains in life.
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