Basant Panchami, also known as Vasant Panchami, is one of the most famous Hindu festivals, celebrated with joy, devotion and the arrival of spring. This day is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge, wisdom, learning, art and creativity. Devotees worship Goddess Saraswati with piety and devotion, seeking her blessings of knowledge and success.
This festival is celebrated on the Panchami Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Magha month, which marks the beginning of spring season.
Basant Panchami 2026: Date and Time
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According to Drik Panchang,
This year Basant Panchami is on 23 January 2026.
Panchami Tithi starts: January 23, 2026 at 02:28 am
Panchami tithi ends: January 24, 2026 at 01:46 am
Vasant Panchami Muhurat: 23 January 2026 – 07:13 am to 12:33 pm
Midday time: January 23, 2026 – 12:33 pm
Importance of Basant Panchami
According to Drik Panchang, Basant Panchami is an important festival for Hindus as it marks the arrival of spring and the end of winter. This day is associated with new beginnings, growth and positivity in life. Devotees revere Goddess Saraswati, who is often depicted wearing a yellow or white sari and holding a veena.
Many devotees also observe fast from sunrise to sunset to show their devotion and seek the blessings of the goddess. The day represents knowledge, education, creativity, music and art, encouraging everyone to learn and start new ventures with knowledge.
Basant Panchami 2026: Puja rituals
According to Drik Panchang,
Devotees follow simple yet meaningful rituals to celebrate this auspicious day:
Morning holy bath: Devotees wake up early and take a pure bath.
Installation of the statue: Place the idol or picture of Goddess Saraswati on a wooden plank.
Lighting a lamp: Light a lamp of desi ghee in front of the idol.
Offering yellow sweets and items: Offer yellow sweets and place books, musical instruments or learning tools in front of the Goddess to seek her blessings.
Mantra chanting: Devotees chant Saraswati mantras to seek her blessings.
Popular Mantras of Saraswati Puja
According to Drik Panchang,
Om Saraswatyai Vidmahe, Brahmaputrayai Dhimahi, Tanno Devi Prachodayat!
Ya Devi Sarva Bhooteshu Vidya Rupena Sansthita Namastesyaye Namastesye Namastesye Namo Namah!
Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu, the form of wisdom, Namaste, Namaste, Namaste, Namo Namah!
By performing these rituals with devotion, devotees seek knowledge, wisdom, creativity and success in their lives while celebrating the vibrant colors of spring.
As Basant Panchami 2026 approaches, devotees can prepare to welcome the season of renewal by worshiping Goddess Saraswati with devotion and piety. By observing the correct tithi and muhurat and understanding the spiritual significance of the festival, believers can seek blessings for knowledge, education, creativity and new beginnings while embracing the happiness and positivity symbolizing the arrival of spring.
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