### **Introduction to the Gujarati Calendar (Vikram Samvat)**
The Gujarati calendar is a lunisolar calendar, meaning it considers both the lunar cycles and the solar year. It begins on the day after Diwali, marking the start of the new year **Vikram Samvat 2082**. The Gujarati New Year is known as **Bestu Varas**.
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### **1. Gujarati New Year 2025-26: Bestu Varas**
* **English Date:** Thursday, October 23, 2025
* **Gujarati Date:** **Kartak Sud 1** of Vikram Samvat 2082
* **Significance:** This is the first day of the new financial and calendar year for the Gujarati business community. It is a day for prayers, new account books (Chopda), visiting temples, and seeking blessings from elders for a prosperous year ahead.
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### **2. Major Festivals of Gujarati Calendar 2025-26**
Here is a list of key festivals from Bestu Varas 2025 to the next New Year in 2026.
| Festival Name | English Date 2025-26 | Gujarati Date | Significance |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Bestu Varas** | Oct 23, 2025 | Kartak Sud 1 | Gujarati New Year |
| **Bhai Bij (Bhaiya Duj)** | Oct 25, 2025 | Kartak Sud 3 | Festival for brothers and sisters |
| **Tulsi Vivah** | Nov 25, 2025 | Kartak Sud 15 | Ceremonial marriage of Tulsi plant to Lord Vishnu |
| **Makar Sankranti** | Jan 14, 2026 | - | Kite flying festival, marks sun's transition to Capricorn |
| **Vasant Panchami** | Feb 01, 2026 | Magshar Sud 5 | Dedicated to Goddess Saraswati |
| **Maha Shivratri** | Feb 16, 2026 | Magshar Vad 14 | Night of Lord Shiva |
| **Holi (Dhuleti)** | Mar 14, 2026 | Falgun Sud 15 | Festival of Colors |
| **Ram Navami** | Mar 29, 2026 | Chaitra Sud 9 | Birthday of Lord Rama |
| **Hanuman Jayanti** | Apr 12, 2026 | Chaitra Sud 15 | Birthday of Lord Hanuman |
| **Akshaya Tritiya** | Apr 20, 2026 | Vaishakh Sud 3 | Highly auspicious day for new beginnings |
| **Parshuram Jayanti** | Apr 29, 2026 | Vaishakh Sud 13 | Birthday of Lord Parshuram |
| **Vat Savitri Vrat** | Jun 02, 2026 | Jyeshth Sud 15 | Vrat observed by married women for their husbands |
| **Purushottam Maas Start** | Jun 17, 2026 | - | Start of the extra month in the lunar calendar |
| **Janmashtami** | Aug 08, 2026 | Shravan Vad 8 | Birthday of Lord Krishna |
| **Shraddha Paksha Start** | Sep 09, 2026 | Bhadarvo Vad 1 | Pitru Paksha, a period to honor ancestors |
| **Navratri Start** | Sep 20, 2026 | Aso Sud 1 | Nine-night festival dedicated to Goddess Durga |
| **Durga Ashtami** | Sep 27, 2026 | Aso Sud 8 | Eighth day of Navratri |
| **Dussehra (Vijayadashami)** | Sep 29, 2026 | Aso Sud 10 | Victory of good over evil |
| **Sharad Purnima** | Oct 06, 2026 | Aso Sud 15 | Full moon night associated with Moon God |
| **Karwa Chauth** | Oct 11, 2026 | Karthik Sud 4 | Fast observed by wives for their husbands' longevity |
| **Dhanteras** | Oct 17, 2026 | Karthik Sud 12 | Day of wealth, buying gold and utensils |
| **Kali Chaudas** | Oct 18, 2026 | Karthik Sud 13 | Day to worship Goddess Kali |
| **Diwali (Lakshmi Pujan)** | Oct 19, 2026 | Karthik Sud 14 | Festival of Lights |
| **Gujarati New Year 2083** | Oct 20, 2026 | Kartak Sud 1 | **Bestu Varas for the next cycle** |
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### **3. Shubh Muhurta (Auspicious Timings)**
Shubh Muhurta, or auspicious time, is crucial for starting new ventures, marriages, Griha Pravesh (housewarming), and other important ceremonies. The most auspicious muhurtas are calculated based on Tithi (lunar day), Nakshatra (constellation), Yoga, and Karana.
**Important General Muhurtas for 2025-26:**
* **Vijaya Muhurta:** A consistently good time for any new beginning.
* **Godhuli Muhurta:** A short, highly auspicious period around sunset.
* **Abhijit Muhurta:** The 48-minute period around midday, considered the most powerful.
**Note:** For specific events like **Marriage, Namkaran, or Griha Pravesh**, the muhurta is calculated individually based on the birth charts of the individuals involved. It is highly recommended to consult a qualified astrologer or Panchang for personalized and precise muhurtas.
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### **4. Choghadia: The Daily Auspicious Timetable**
Choghadia is a popular system used in Gujarat to determine the auspicious and inauspicious times of the day for starting any work. The day and night are divided into 8 periods, each ruled by a different planet.
**Day Choghadia (From Sunrise to Sunset):**
1. **Udveg:** Ruled by the Sun - Inauspicious (Avoid starting new work)
2. **Chara:** Ruled by Venus - Auspicious for travel and movement.
3. **Labha:** Ruled by Mercury - Auspicious for financial gains and business.
4. **Amrit:** Ruled by Jupiter - Highly Auspicious for all tasks.
5. **Kaal:** Ruled by Mars - Inauspicious (Avoid important work).
6. **Shubha:** Ruled by Moon - Auspicious for routine work.
7. **Rog:** Ruled by Saturn - Inauspicious (Avoid starting new work).
**Night Choghadia (From Sunset to Sunrise):**
1. **Kaal:** Continues from day - Inauspicious.
2. **Labha:** Auspicious.
3. **Udveg:** Inauspicious.
4. **Shubha:** Auspicious.
5. **Amrit:** Highly Auspicious.
6. **Chara:** Auspicious.
7. **Rog:** Inauspicious.
**How to Use Choghadia:**
For any new task, like starting a journey, buying a vehicle, or opening a shop, check the Choghadia for that day and choose a period marked as **Auspicious (Shubh)** or **Highly Auspicious (Amrit)**. Avoid **Inauspicious (Ashubh)** periods like Udveg, Kaal, and Rog.
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### **Important Note on Accuracy**
The dates and especially the precise timings for Muhurtas and Choghadia can vary slightly based on geographical location and different Panchang (almanac) calculations. For the most accurate and personalized information for your city, it is always best to refer to a trusted local Panchang or a reputable astrology website/app that allows you to set your location.
May the Gujarati New Year 2082 bring you health, wealth, happiness, and prosperity! **Shubh Bestu Varas!**
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