INDIA🇮🇳 on Instagram: "a massive crowd of devotees gathered at the Khatu Shyam Temple in Rajasthan on January 1st to mark the beginning of the New Year. The temple experienced a heavy influx of pilgrims, with officials expecting over 1.5 lakh visitors on the day and millions throughout the week."

Bharat Desh on Instagram: "You can celebrate 1st January if you want, but let’s be clear — it is not the Hindu New Year. Our New Year begins with Chaitra Shukla Pratipada, aligned with nature, seasons, lunar cycles, and dharma. Celebrated as Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, Yugadi, it carries spiritual and cosmic meaning. Borrowed dates have convenience, not roots. Remember your traditions before forgetting them. Reconnect with what is truly yours. . Credit: @soumya_aggarwal_ . All video and media credits go