Gujarati New Year 2026: A Fresh Start!

Gujarati New Year, or Bestu Varas, will be celebrated on November 10, 2026, commencing Vikram Samvat 2083 according to the Gujarati calendar. This important cultural festival follows Diwali and is observed on Kartik Shukla Pratipada.

The celebration signifies renewal and fresh starts, with families engaging in prayers, decorating homes, and preparing traditional delicacies. It's a time for resolving differences and strengthening bonds.

Unlike some other Indian New Year celebrations that begin in March, Gujarat observes its New Year based on the Kartikadi calendar. This tradition is historically linked to King Vikramaditya.

Traditional rituals include early morning prayers, temple visits, drawing Rangoli, and decorating homes with torans. For business communities, it's a period for new beginnings, though Chopda Pujan is traditionally done on Diwali.

Greetings like 'Saal Mubarak' are exchanged, emphasizing wishes for happiness and prosperity. The festivities extend across Gujarat and to Gujarati communities globally, fostering unity and cultural preservation.