People in India celebrated the festival of Gudi Padwa on Saturday to mark the arrival of spring and the start of the New Year of Marathi and Konkani Hindus. /VCG Photo

Men and women dressed in their traditional attire took to the streets to celebrate the festival through street processions, dancing and food festivals. /VCG Photo

Many women were seen riding motorcycles in a procession. /VCG Photo

Each year, families gather together, decorate their houses and prepare special dishes. The gudi, a sign of prosperity, is also made to invite good luck into homes. /VCG Photo

Bollywood celebrities wished their fans a year of happiness, peace and prosperity on social media. /VCG Photo