Chaitra Sukhladi, also known as Ugadi or Gudi Padwa in various regions of India, marks the onset of the Hindu New Year according to the lunisolar calendar. Celebrated predominantly in states like Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana, this festival signifies the arrival of spring and the reaping of the Rabi crops. It is a time of joy, renewal, and cultural richness, where traditions blend seamlessly with modernity.