As the nation lights up with the glow of Diwali, Gujarat welcomes a brand-new beginning — Nutan Varsh, the Gujarati New Year. Falling just after Diwali and Govardhan Puja, this day marks the first day of the Kartik month in the Hindu lunar calendar.
It’s a day when every Gujarati home sparkles with diyas, rangolis, laughter, and the sweet aroma of traditional delicacies. But beyond the celebrations lies a deep spiritual and historical significance that makes Gujarati New Year truly special.
🌅 When is Gujarati New Year 2025 Celebrated?
In 2025, Gujarati New Year (Nutan Varsh) will be celebrated on October 23, 2025, the day after Diwali (October 22).
As per the Vikram Samvat calendar, this day marks the beginning of Samvat 2082 — a fresh start filled with hope, success, and prosperity.
🙏 The Meaning of “Nutan Varsh”
The word “Nutan” means new and “Varsh” means year, so together, it signifies “New Year”.
But in Gujarat, the new year is not just a change of date — it’s about renewing life, relationships, and devotion.
People visit temples early in the morning, especially Dwarkadhish Temple in Dwarka and Swaminarayan temples, to seek blessings for a prosperous year ahead.
🪔 The Divine Story Behind Gujarati New Year
The roots of Nutan Varsh go back to Lord Krishna’s time in Dwarka. According to legend, on this day, Lord Krishna performed Govardhan Puja to protect the people of Gokul from heavy rain sent by Lord Indra.
The next morning, after Diwali, the people of Dwarka celebrated the event with joy — marking the first day of the new year.
This story reminds devotees that true prosperity lies in faith, unity, and gratitude, not just wealth.
🏡 How Gujaratis Celebrate the New Year
🌸 1. Annakut & Govardhan Puja
Temples prepare a grand Annakut (mountain of food) offering to Lord Krishna — symbolizing abundance and gratitude.
🌺 2. Saal Mubarak & Nutan Varshabhinandan
People greet each other with warm wishes —
“Saal Mubarak” or “Nutan Varshabhinandan”, meaning Happy New Year!
Families exchange sweets, gifts, and visit each other’s homes to strengthen bonds of love.
🪙 3. Business & Prosperity Rituals
Gujarati traders and businessmen open new account books (Chopda Pujan) on this day. They invoke Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha to bless them with good fortune in the coming year.
🎨 4. Rangoli, Diyas & Traditional Wear
Homes are cleaned, decorated with beautiful rangolis and colorful torans, and women wear new traditional sarees while men adorn festive kurtas. The streets of Gujarat come alive with colors, sweets, and smiles.
🌼 Spiritual Message of Nutan Varsh
The essence of Gujarati New Year is gratitude and renewal —
to forgive the past, embrace positivity, and start afresh with faith in divine blessings.
It teaches us that every ending brings a new beginning, and every lamp we light signifies hope over darkness.
🌠 Beautiful Wishes for Gujarati New Year 2025
🪔 “May the divine light of Nutan Varsh fill your heart with joy, your home with peace, and your life with prosperity. Saal Mubarak!”
🌸 “Let’s welcome Samvat 2082 with positivity, good health, and endless happiness. Happy Gujarati New Year 2025!”
💫 Conclusion
The Gujarati New Year — or Nutan Varsh — is not just about festivities but about faith, family, and fresh beginnings.
So, this October 23, 2025, light up your diyas, offer your prayers, and celebrate a new year of hope, success, and divine blessings.
🪔✨ Saal Mubarak!
Wishing everyone a Happy Gujarati New Year 2025 filled with peace, joy, and prosperity.