Ugadi: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Gudi Padwa • Yugadi

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Traditional Ugadi festive arrangement with a bowl of pachadi, mango, banana, spices, flowers, and leaves, symbolizing the flavors of life for the Telugu New Year in India.

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