Gudi Padwa, also called Samvatsar Padvo, is an important spring festival, primarily celebrated by Maharashtrians and Konkanis. The day marks the beginning of the Marathi New Year, and is observed with enthusiasm through traditional rituals and community celebrations.

The festival is observed on the first day of Chaitra month according to the Hindu lunisolar calendar, which falls in March or April according to the Gregorian calendar.