Today, India is celebrating the auspicious occasion of Basant Panchami. On this day, Goddess Saraswati is worshipped. The day is celebrated with great pomp and show. People encourage their children to write their first letter on this day.
When will it be celebrated?
Basant Panchami will be celebrated tomorrow, ie. on February 5, 2022. This day falls on the fifth day of the bright half of the Hindu lunisolar calendar month of Magha every year. It is known as Sri Panchami in the Southern states.
What is the significance of Basant Panchami?
Basant Panchami is celebrated as a spring festival. The yellow colour holds great significance on this day. It denotes the color of the mustard that is harvested during this festival. On this auspicious day, schools and educational institutions offer prayer to Maa Saraswati as she is known as the Goddess of Knowledge.
What is the history behind Basant Panchami?
As per Hindu mythology, Brahma is known as the creator of the universe. Once, he wanted to see this creation with his own eyes. But, he was not happy with silence and loneliness on earth. Then, an angel was created by him, which is known as Goddess Sarawati or Veena Vadini. She is well known for her sweet voice.
How is Basant Panchami celebrated?
On Basant Panchami, people dress in yellow colour. They wear yellow saris or shirts. Also, they share yellow coloured snacks and sweets with each other. Saffron is added to dishes on this day. Yellow rice is specially cooked on this day.
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How Basant Panchami is celebrated in different states?
People wear jasmine garlands on Basant Panchami in Rajasthan. Newly married couples visit the temple and offer prayers to Goddess Saraswati after weddings in Maharashtra. While, in Punjab, Sikhs and Hindus wear yellow turbans. It is celebrated as a festival by all faiths. Children also fly kites on this auspicious day.