Bestu Varas (Gujarati New Year) 2026
Monday, 9 November 2026Public Holiday
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Monday, 9 November 2026
Tithi 30
Names in regional scripts
About Bestu Varas (Gujarati New Year)
Karthika Shukla 1 — day after Diwali. Gujarati New Year. Businesses open new account books (Chopda Pujan), offer prayers to Goddess Saraswati for the coming year. Friends visit each other's homes; "Saal Mubarak" greetings exchanged.
Tithi: Tithi 30 · Type: major · Fasting: Not central to this festival
Bestu Varas (Gujarati New Year) dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 20 Nov | Thursday |
| 2026This year | 9 Nov | Monday |
| 2027 | 29 Oct | Friday |
| 2028 | 16 Nov | Thursday |
| 2029 | 6 Nov | Tuesday |
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Acharya Suryakanth Subramaniam | Parashari JyotishFrequently asked questions
When is Bestu Varas (Gujarati New Year) 2026?
Bestu Varas (Gujarati New Year) 2026 falls on Monday, 9 November 2026. Tithi 30
What is the significance of Bestu Varas (Gujarati New Year)?
Karthika Shukla 1 — day after Diwali. Gujarati New Year. Businesses open new account books (Chopda Pujan), offer prayers to Goddess Saraswati for the coming year. Friends visit each other's homes; "Saal Mubarak" greetings exchanged.
Is Bestu Varas (Gujarati New Year) a public holiday?
Yes, Bestu Varas (Gujarati New Year) is observed as a gazetted public holiday in India. Most government offices, banks, and many private businesses remain closed.
Do you fast on Bestu Varas (Gujarati New Year)?
Fasting is not the central ritual of Bestu Varas (Gujarati New Year). The day is celebrated with feasts, prayers, and family gatherings.
When will Bestu Varas (Gujarati New Year) be celebrated next year (2027)?
Bestu Varas (Gujarati New Year) 2027 will be celebrated on Friday, 29 October 2027.
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