Vasant Panchami, also called Basant Panchami, stands as a major Hindu festival filled with joy and devotion. People celebrate this day with great enthusiasm across India. The festival honors Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, music, and arts.
Vasant Panchami 2026: Date and Time
This year, Vasant Panchami falls on Friday, January 23, 2026. The Panchami Tithi begins at 2:28 AM on January 23 and ends at 1:46 AM on January 24. Devotees observe the Vasant Panchami Muhurat from 7:13 AM to 12:33 PM. The Madhyahna Moment occurs at 12:33 PM on the same day.
Significance of Vasant Panchami
Vasant Panchami holds deep religious and spiritual meaning for Hindus. The day is dedicated entirely to worshipping Goddess Saraswati. Devotees offer sincere prayers to the goddess, and many observe a fast from sunrise to sunset.
The festival marks the arrival of the spring season. It signals the end of winter and the start of a colorful, vibrant period. This day represents new beginnings, rebirth, and positive changes in nature and weather.
Goddess Saraswati symbolizes knowledge, education, wisdom, music, arts, and creativity. Artists often depict her holding a veena, dressed in a yellow and white saree.
Puja Rituals for Vasant Panchami
Devotees wake up early in the morning on Vasant Panchami. They take a holy bath before starting the puja rituals. After cleansing themselves, they place an idol of Goddess Saraswati on a wooden plank.
People light a diya with desi ghee in front of the idol. They offer yellow sweets to the goddess. Many devotees keep their books, musical instruments, and tools in front of the idol. They seek blessings for knowledge, arts, and creativity.
Reciting mantras forms a key part of the worship. Here are some mantras you can chant while worshipping Goddess Saraswati:
- Om Saraswatyei Vidmahe, Brahmaputrayei Dheemahi, Tanno Devi Prachodyaat..!!
- Ya Devi Sarva Bhooteshu Vidhya Roopen Sansthita Namastasyaye Namastasyaye Namastasyaye Namo Namah..!!
- Ya Devi Sarvabhooteshu Buddhi Roopen Sansthita Namastasyaye Namastasyaye Namastasyaye Namo Namah..!!
Vasant Panchami brings communities together in celebration. The festival combines spiritual devotion with the joyful anticipation of spring. Families prepare special meals and wear yellow clothes to mark the occasion.
The sounds of prayers and music fill the air on this auspicious day. Students and artists particularly revere Goddess Saraswati, seeking her guidance and inspiration. The festival reminds everyone of the importance of learning and creativity in life.
