Vasant Panchami
Kannada
Vasant Panchami
About Vasant Panchami
Vasant Panchami falls on the fifth day of the bright fortnight in the month of Magha (January-February). It marks the beginning of spring and is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati.
Devotees wear yellow clothes, offer yellow flowers to Goddess Saraswati, and perform special pujas for wisdom and knowledge.
In Karnataka, the festival is celebrated at educational institutions and temples, with special ceremonies and cultural programs.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe traditional rituals and perform special Saraswati worship.
- Wake up before dawn and take a ritual bath.
- Wear yellow clothes and offer yellow flowers.
- Perform special pujas to Goddess Saraswati.
- Share festive meals with family and friends.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The festival is a celebration of spring and knowledge.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Set up the Saraswati altar with yellow flowers and cloth.
- Offer prayers to Goddess Saraswati for wisdom and knowledge.
- Chant Saraswati mantras and perform aarti.
- Distribute prasad to devotees.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It marks the beginning of spring and is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, seeking her blessings for wisdom, knowledge, and success.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
Recommended Pages
Comprehensive annual Hindu calendar with tithis and festivals.
Detailed month-wise view of lunar tithis and celestial events.
Marathi Panchang and festive dates for the year.
Gujarati Vikram Samvat calendar and festivals.
Telugu calendar and festive Panchangam details.
Tamil solar calendar dates and monthly Panchangam.