Basant Panchami: Know the History, Significance, Puja Timings of the Festival
Read more to know the history, significance and other details about the festival.
The auspicious festival of Basant Panchami is being celebrated today, February 5. Also known as Shri Panchami, Vasant Panchami, and Saraswati Panchami, the day is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, who is regarded as the Goddess of knowledge, music, arts, science, and technology.
Date and Puja Timings to observe Basant Panchami
The Panchami Tithi starts at 03:47 AM on February 05, 2022 and ends by 03:46 AM on February 06, 2022.
Significance of Basant Panchami
Devotees worship Goddess Saraswati to seek enlightenment with knowledge and to get rid of lethargy, sluggishness, and ignorance. As per the Hindu beliefs is known as Akshar-Abhyasam or Vidya-Arambham/Praasana is one of the famous rituals of Vasant Panchami.
Celebration of Basant Panchami
Poetic and musical gatherings are held across the country on the eve of Basant Panchami. Devotees dress up in yellow outfits to celebrate the festival.
