Ugadi marks the Telugu New Year and is celebrated with prayers, temple visits, and the preparation of the traditional Ugadi Pachadi. People decorate their homes with fresh mango leaves and colorful rangolis, wear new clothes, and begin the new year with hope, happiness, and prosperity.
The day starts with an oil bath, special prayers, and family gatherings. Devotees visit temples to seek blessings for a successful year ahead and listen to the Panchanga Sravanam (the reading of the new year’s almanac). Traditional festive meals are prepared, and families come together to celebrate new beginnings, making Ugadi one of the most cherished festivals in Nandyal and across Andhra Pradesh.