New Beginnings, Old Blessings: Gujarat Welcomes Bestu Varas With Faith and Fortune

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Gujarati New Year 2025, known as Bestu Varas, will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 22, a day after Diwali. Marking the start of Vikram Samvat 2082, the day is observed with Chopda Pujan and Annakut rituals. The Pratipada Tithi begins on October 21 evening and ends on October 22 night.

Bestu Varas 2025: Gujarat Welcomes Vikram Samvat 2082 with Chopda Pujan and Annakut

As the Diwali festivities conclude, the Gujarati community gears up to celebrate Bestu Varas, the Gujarati New Year, on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. This auspicious day marks the beginning of Vikram Samvat 2082, a fresh start filled with spiritual light, prosperity, and cultural pride.

Key Highlights of Gujarati New Year 2025:

Date and Tithi Details

Gujarati New Year falls on Kartik Shukla Pratipada, a day after Diwali.

Pratipada Tithi begins at 10:24 PM on October 21 and ends at 12:46 AM on October 23.

Chopda Pujan Muhurat

Chopda Pujan, the ritual of worshipping account books, is performed during the auspicious Choghadiya Muhurat on October 22.

It symbolizes new financial beginnings, especially for business communities.

Spiritual Significance

Bestu Varas is not just a calendar reset—it represents renewal of life, trade, and devotion.

The day is closely associated with Annakut Puja or Govardhan Puja, where devotees offer a variety of dishes to Lord Krishna.

Cultural Traditions

Families greet each other with “Saal Mubarak”, wear new clothes, and visit temples.

Homes are decorated with rangoli, diyas, and floral torans, creating a festive ambiance.

Business and Community Practices

Traders and shopkeepers perform Chopda Pujan to invoke blessings for the new financial year.

Many businesses reopen with new ledgers, marking a symbolic fresh start.

Global Celebrations

Gujaratis across the world—from the U.S. to the U.K.—celebrate Bestu Varas with equal fervor, preserving traditions and community spirit.

Gujarati New Year is a vibrant blend of spirituality, enterprise, and celebration, making it one of the most cherished festivals in the Gujarati calendar.

Sources: MSN, Economic Times, Gujarati Jagran, Moneycontrol

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