Online Sambalpur Team Wishes All a Very Happy Basant Panchami 2024
Basant Panchami Celebrated Today: Worship of Goddess Saraswati Marks the Vibrant Festival on the First Day of Spring, February 14.
Basant Panchami, also known as Vasant Panchami or Shri Panchami, is among India’s most lively festivals. Occurring on the fifth day of the Hindu month of Magha, this auspicious day heralds the arrival of spring. Today, on February 14, the festival is being joyously observed.
Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge, music, art, and wisdom, is central to Basant Panchami celebrations. Traditional worship on this day is said to prepare the way for a prosperous future. The auspicious time for Basant Panchami puja is five hours, beginning at 7 a.m. and ending at 12:35 pm.
Devotees often seize the opportunity to take a holy dip in the Ganga, with many gathering at the ongoing Mahakumbh in Haridwar. The ghats in Prayagraj and Varanasi are also bustling with people. West Bengal, Assam, and Odisha witness fervent celebrations of Saraswati Puja, particularly in schools and colleges. Students adorn themselves in vibrant yellow sarees, participating in Saraswati Puja rituals.
On Basant Panchami, people dress in yellow and decorate their homes with colorful flowers, such as marigolds, for Saraswati Puja. Saraswati idols are adorned with yellow flowers and sarees, reflecting the color’s significance on this auspicious day. Offerings to Goddess Saraswati also commonly feature the color yellow.
In conclusion, the Online Sambalpur Team extends heartfelt wishes for a Happy Basant Panchami. May this festival infuse your lives with the colors of joy, the fragrance of blossoms, and the wisdom of Goddess Saraswati. Let’s celebrate the spirit of Basant Panchami together, fostering a sense of community and cultural unity.
