Basant Panchami 2024: Date, Importance And Significance

Basant Panchami Date 2024: Yellow, the colour of spring and new beginnings, takes centerstage during Basant Panchami celebrations.

Basant Panchami is an important festival in India as it marks the onset of spring. The auspicious day is celebrated on the fifth day of the Hindu month of Magha, and is steeped in cultural and religious significance, embodying the spirit of renewal, learning and enlightenment. Central to the observance of Basant Panchami is the worship of Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge, music, arts and wisdom. It is believed that worshipping Goddess Saraswati as per the tradition on this day leads you towards a bright future. With her grace, you are blessed with progress and knowledge in your life.

In 2024, the festival will be celebrated on Wednesday (February 14). Basant Panchami is also celebrated in Bangladesh and Nepal.

The auspicious time for Basant Panchami puja will last for five hours, beginning at 7am on February 14 and continuing till 12.35pm.