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Basant Panchami, also known as Saraswati Puja, is a festival celebrating the advent of spring and the goddess of knowledge, music, art, and culture, Saraswati. In Nepal, this day typically falls in the Magh month of the Nepali calendar (January/February).
Basant Panchami has roots in ancient Indian traditions. It marks the preparation for the arrival of spring after the cold winter months. The festival venerates Goddess Saraswati, who embodies learning and wisdom. This day holds special significance for students and scholars as it is considered auspicious for starting new educational endeavors.
Worship of Saraswati: Temples dedicated to Goddess Saraswati are thronged by devotees. People offer prayers, flowers, fruits, and sweets to seek blessings for intellectual growth and artistic inspiration.
Wearing Yellow: Yellow is believed to be Goddess Saraswati's favorite color. People dress in yellow attire symbolizing the blossoming mustard fields of spring.
Kite Flying: Skies are often dotted with kites as flying them is considered a way of enjoying and celebrating the refreshing breeze of the incoming season.
Special Food: Traditional festive foods are prepared and shared among family and friends.
Educational Initiatives: Students often initiate their educational journey by learning to write their first words on this day.
Cultural Programs: Schools and colleges may organize cultural events where music, poetry recitals, and arts are showcased.
Community Gatherings: People get together to celebrate with singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments.
In essence, Basant Panchami in Nepal is a blend of spiritual reverence for Goddess Saraswati with cultural festivities welcoming spring's vitality.
