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Vasant Panchami 2021 - Saraswati Puja on Vasant Panchami

Vasant Panchami 2021 is a colorful and joyous festival celebrated by Hindus and Sikhs across India. It is also popularly called Basant Panchami in Hindi. The word ‘Vasant’ means spring and ‘Panchami’ implies the fifth day, so, as the name is, Vasant Panchami Saraswati Puja is observed on the fifth day of the season of Spring. Vasant Panchami also marks the beginning of the preparations of Holi and Holika Bonfire which occurs 40 days after this festival.

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As per Hindu Calendar, Vasant Panchami date falls in the month of Magha on the fifth day of Shukla Paksha or the bright half which every year comes around late January or Early February. Also, the day of Vasant Panchami is decided on the basis of prevalence of Purvahna Kaal i.e. the period between sunrise and mid-day. So, when Basant Panchami tithi prevails during Purvahna Kaal, then the celebrations of Vasant Panchami begin. 

Also Read: Saraswati Pujan Rituals, Significance and Importance

Basant Panchami marks the onset of the Spring season and is dedicated to Saraswati Maa, Goddess of Knowledge and Learning. Saraswati Puja on Vasant Panchami is celebrated with a lot of enthusiasm in the northern, western and central parts of the country. Hindus in Nepal also observe Vasant Panchami Saraswati Puja with great zest and vigour.

When is Basant Panchami 2021 ?

As per Hindu Calendar 2021 and Indian Calendar, Basant Panchami 2021 will be observed on the 5th day of Shukla Paksha in Magha Month. Every year, this spring festival is celebrated on the same date of Hindu calendar. 

Basant Panchami 2021: In 2021, Vasant Panchami date will fall on Tuesday, 16 February. Muhurat for Vasant Panchami Saraswati Puja may vary depending on the geographical location. Check muhurat for Vasant Panchami 2021 USA and other countries. 

Vasant Panchami Saraswati Puja Vidhi and Katha

Vasant Panchami Saraswati Puja Vidhi

  • For Saraswati Puja on Vasant Panchami, wake up and take a bath early in the morning. Wear yellow clothes and check the Vasant Panchami Shubh Muhurat to perform Saraswati Puja.
  • Visit Goddess Saraswati temple or place Maa Saraswati idol in your Puja room. Offer yellow sandalwood and yellow flowers to Maa Saraswati. You may adorn idol of Devi Saraswati with yellow clothes.
  • Afterwards, perform Saraswati Puja and worship Devi Saraswati with utmost devotion. 
  • At Puja Ghar, place musical instruments and books. 
  • Offer sweet Yellow rice or any yellow colored food as Prasad to the Goddess.
  •  Distribute books to small children along with Parsad after completing Vasant Panchami Saraswati Puja. 

Please Check: How do we observe Saraswati Avahan?

Vasant Panchami Saraswati Puja Katha

The reason why Basant Panchami is important is the association of this day to wisdom and learning. It is believed that Goddess Saraswati, the deity of wisdom, art, science, knowledge and music was born on this day. Thus, devotees worship Maa Saraswati and perform Saraswati Puja on Vasant Panchami. They also chant Saraswati Mantra, offer prayers and visit the temples of the Goddess on the auspicious occasion.

As per Hindu legends, there is another story that shows the significance of Vasant Panchami or Saraswati Puja. This story is about Kama, the Hindu god of Love and his wife Rati. According to it, God Kamadeva was burnt to ashes by Lord Shiva for his wrongdoings. Consequently, his wife Rati had to undergo 40 days of strict penance to bring her husband, Lord Kama, back. It was on the auspicious occasion of Vasant Panchami that Lord Shiva finally yielded to her request and brought her husband back to life. From that day till today, Lord Kama, the god of love, along with his wife Rati are worshipped by devotees in several parts of India.

Is Vasant Panchami Auspicious?

In Hindu Astrology, the day of Vasant Panchami is considered Abhuja making it auspicious to start any work such as marriage, housewarming ceremony, start of new business and other important work. 

 It is believed that Vasant Panchami is the best day to begin studies of children. Thus, people perform Aksharabhyasam or Vidyarambham ceremony in the temples on Vasant Panchami. Aksharabhyasam is performed mainly in South Indian states. Check Aksharabhyasam dates in 2021 and know the best Muhurat for starting education .

Is Basant Panchami 2021 Good for Marriage? 

Marriage on basant panchami 2021 is prohibited this time. As per Hindu Panchang, Venus star will set with Sunrise of Vasant Panchami tithi due to which there is no Shubh Marriage Yoga on Basant Panchami 2021. However, there can be differences in viewpoint regarding this. So, if you are looking for a Vasant Panchami 2021 marriage muhurat, you should consult an astrologer and get your horoscope matching to find the best marriage muhurat for wedding on Basant Panchami 2021.

When Should Perform Saraswati Puja on Vasant Panchami?

Astrologers find the day of Vasant Panchami as Abujha or immensely auspicious. So, Saraswati Puja can be performed at any time of the day. Although, there is no specific Muhurat to perform the Puja it is advisable that Saraswati Vandana is done when Panchami tithi is prevalent and also during Purvahna Kaal, as it is not necessary that Panchami tithi prevails during the entire day.

Please Check: When is Saraswati Visarjan?

Vasant Panchami Saraswati Puja Celebrations 2021

There are several traditions that are associated with a celebration of Basant Panchami. Different regions have different customs with which they observe this colorful festival.

Majority of the devotees pay reverence to Goddess Saraswati on this day. Devotees visit her temples and perform Vasant Panchami Saraswati Puja and play music. Goddess Saraswati manifests creative energy and it is believed that those who observe Saraswati Puja on Vasant Panchami are bestowed with knowledge and creativity. It is also believed that Yellow is the favorite color of Saraswati Maa, so people wear yellow on this day and prepare yellow dishes and sweets. Yellow cooked rice with saffron is the traditional feast in many parts of the country on Vasant Panchami. During Saraswati Puja on Vasant Panchami, Hindus usually read Maa Saraswati Chalisa so that their future can be good.

In many regions, Saraswati temples are filled with elaborate feasts a night prior so that the Goddess can join in the Vasant Panchami celebrations and the festivities with her devotees the next morning.

As it is the day dedicated to the Goddess of Knowledge, some parents make it a point to sit with their children to make them study or write their first word and encourage learning. This significant ritual is referred to as Aksharabhyasam or Vidyarambham. In several educational institutions, the statue of Goddess Saraswati is adorned in yellow and then Saraswati Puja is performed where Saraswati Stotrams are recited by teachers and students alike to seek her blessings. Songs and poems on Basant Panchami are sung and recited on this day in many schools. Nowadays, people celebrate Vasant Panchami by wishing Happy Vasant Panchami on whatsapp and facebook. Some people share Vasant Panchami wishes and images and send quotes on Vasant Panchami to express their enthusiasm on this auspicious occasion. 

Please Check: Vasant Panchami Wishes and Images

On the other hand, some devotees dedicate the Vasant Panchami festival to Lord Kamadeva and his wife Rati. It is considered as the day of love by many. To celebrate love and its various emotions, women and men dress up in saffron and pink and sing the different ragas of love and emotions and dance on the beats of dhols. In many areas such as Kutch, people give each other a garland of flowers set with mango leaves as a token of love and affection. Some areas of Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh offer their prayers to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati on this day. 

Apart from this, many regions in India have some unique traditions and ways in which they Celebrate Basant Panchami

  • A unique custom of devotees wearing jasmine garlands in Rajasthan is prevalent.
  • It is mandatory for newly married couples to wear yellow outfits and visit the temple to offer prayers on their first Basant Panchami in some parts of Maharashtra.
  • In Punjab, this festival is celebrated as the beginning of the spring season. They celebrate it with a lot of cheer and enthusiasm wearing yellow turbans and yellow dresses. Kite flying is another interesting tradition observed in Punjab on this day.

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