🪔 About Saraswati Puja/Basant Panchami

Basant Panchami is dedicated to Ma Saraswati. She is the goddess of music, art, and knowledge. The rituals of Aksharabhayasam (practice of alphabet) and Vidyarambham (beginning of formal education) are performed on this day for children. It is the first step to a formal education. Worship Ma Durga as an aspect of Ma Saraswati today. Seek her blessings in attaining knowledge and enlightenment.

Other Celebrations

Shahi Snan

In the Magh Mela held in Prayagraj, the Shahi Snan, or Amrit Snan, will take place today. Immersed with faith and devotion, devotees bathe in the sacred waters at Sangam (confluence of Ganga and Yamuna).

🙏 How to Do Pooja

Recommended Ritual: Argala Stotram Abhishekam of Ma Durga (4 min.)

  1. Wake up early and take a bath.
  2. Clean your home and puja space thoroughly.
  3. Perform the recommended ritual with devotion.
  4. Offer flowers, fruits, and incense.
  5. Chant mantras or prayers specific to this occasion.
  6. Conclude with aarti and distribute prasad.

✅ Do's & Don'ts

✅ Do's

  • Clean your puja space and important areas of your home.
  • Decorate with flowers, lamps, and simple rangoli if possible.
  • Perform nitya puja, yajna, or abhishek of the deity associated with this festival.
  • Share prasad with family, friends, and those in need.
  • Maintain respectful and gentle behavior toward people and animals.

⚠️ Don'ts

  • Avoid eating heavy, oily food and excessive sweets.
  • Avoid alcohol, rash driving, and loud celebrations.
  • Minimize waste; don't harm animals and the environment.