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Telugu Calendar: History, Months, and Cultural Significance

The Telugu Calendar, also known as the Telugu Panchangam, is a traditional Hindu calendar followed by Telugu-speaking people, mainly in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It plays an important role in determining religious festivals, auspicious days, agricultural activities, and social events. The Telugu calendar reflects ancient Indian astronomical knowledge and cultural traditions.

Origin and History of the Telugu Calendar

The Telugu calendar is based on ancient Hindu timekeeping systems described in the Vedas and other classical texts. It mainly follows the Shalivahana Shaka era, which began in 78 CE. This calendar system has been used for centuries by scholars, priests, and farmers to track time and seasons.

Like many Indian calendars, the Telugu calendar has regional variations, but its core structure remains the same across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

Lunisolar Nature of the Telugu Calendar

The Telugu calendar is a lunisolar calendar, meaning it is based on both the moon and the sun. Months are calculated using lunar cycles, while the year is adjusted according to the solar movement. To maintain balance between lunar months and the solar year, an extra month called Adhika Masam is added approximately every three years.

Each lunar month is divided into two fortnights:

• Shukla Paksha (waxing moon)

• Krishna Paksha (waning moon)

Most Telugu festivals and religious observances are determined using these lunar phases.

Telugu Calendar Months

The Telugu calendar consists of 12 months, which are:

1. Chaitra

2. Vaishakha

3. Jyeshtha

4. Ashadha

5. Shravana

6. Bhadrapada

7. Ashwayuja

8. Kartika

9. Margashirsha

10. Pushya

11. Magha

12. Phalguna

Each month is associated with seasonal changes, religious rituals, and agricultural cycles.

Telugu New Year – Ugadi

The Telugu New Year is called Ugadi, and it is celebrated on the first day of the month of Chaitra. Ugadi marks the beginning of a new year and symbolizes renewal and hope. On this day, people clean their homes, wear new clothes, and prepare a special dish called Ugadi Pachadi, which represents the different emotions of life.

Festivals Based on the Telugu Calendar

Many important Hindu festivals in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are celebrated according to the Telugu calendar, including:

• Ugadi

• Maha Shivaratri

• Rama Navami

• Krishna Janmashtami

• Ganesh Chaturthi

• Navaratri

• Diwali

• Sankranti

Auspicious days for weddings, housewarming ceremonies, and naming ceremonies are also selected using the Telugu Panchangam.

Role of Telugu Panchangam

The Telugu Panchangam is a traditional almanac that provides detailed daily information such as:

• Tithi (lunar day)

• Vara (weekday)

• Nakshatra (star constellation)

• Yoga

• Karana

It is widely consulted to find Muhurtam, or auspicious timings, for important life events.

Importance in Agriculture and Daily Life

For generations, farmers have depended on the Telugu calendar to plan farming activities such as sowing, irrigation, and harvesting. Seasonal patterns and monsoon cycles are closely observed through this calendar, highlighting its connection to nature.

Even today, the Telugu calendar is commonly used in temples, households, newspapers, and cultural events, while the Gregorian calendar is used for official purposes.