People celebrate Basant Panchami or Vasant Panchami as the chilly winter days give warmer spring days. This event takes place in the Hindu month of Magh, which corresponds to the Gregorian months of January and February. It is also known as the spring celebration since it marks the start of the Vasant Ritual. Vasant associates with new beginnings and freshness in many aspects of life.

The Festival 

Vasanti Panchami is popular as Vagishvari Jayanti Panchami since people believe it is Goddess Saraswati’s birthday. Others say that on this day, the goddess, together with Durga; descended to earth and drove away Mahishasura, the demon ruler. On this day, some people feed Brahmanas, while others perform Pitri-Tarpan (ancestor worship) and worship Kamdev, the god of love. Saraswati has four hands representing the ego, intellect, attentiveness, and mind. She has a lotus in one hand and scriptures in the other, and she plays the veena with the other two. She is seated atop a white swan. Her white gown is a representation of purity. Her swan represents the ability to distinguish between the good and the bad. Saraswati, who sits on a lotus, represents wisdom.

Date 

Vasant Panchami is significant because Vasant means spring, and Panchami means “the fifth day.” The fifth day of spring is Vasant Panchami. On the fifth day of the glorious section of the Hindu lunar-sun powered calendar month of Magha, which usually falls in late January or February, folks celebrate Vasant Panchami. It is regarded as the start of spring, but it is mostly winter-like in northern India and spring-like in the central and western parts of the country. Hindus in India and Nepal celebrate in the north, central, and western parts of the country. Sikhs have also followed this tradition.

Dress Code 

It depends on where you live in the country. But, for the most part, you must wear a yellow Saari, Kurti, Salwar, or shirt. According to Hindu mythology, the color is more important than the item of clothing; with yellow representing the brilliant bounty of Spring and Goddess Saraswati’s favorite color. Imagine ripe Sarson ke khet in full bloom, and you’ll have a good idea of what to wear. This is not a rhyming phrase.

Rituals To Follow 

You can say “Om Aim Klim Sauh Shri Mahasaraswatyai Namah” or “Om Shri Saraswatyai Namah” to achieve writing grandeur in academics and overcome any setbacks or setbacks difficulties. Worship Ganeshji, the Vighnaharta God, as well; it will be quite beneficial. Locals who have trouble concentrating should chant “Om Hrim Aim Hrim Om Saraswatyai Namah” regularly. You can get knowledge by worshipping mother Saraswati and saying her mantra, “Om Aim Saraswatyai Namah,” 108 or 51 times every Thursday and Sunday. Mother Saraswati hails from the Sattva Guna and is particularly fond of white objects. Thus, white commodities especially milk, butter, white clothing, curd, sugar, dry fruits; and rice grains are donated or offered to obtain mother Saraswati’s blessings. Apart from that, yellow petals honor Mother Saraswati, and people wear yellow-hued robes while worshipping the Goddess.

List of Basant Panchmi Gifts for your Loved Ones

Sunflowers 

This brightly colored flower resembles the shape of the sun and associates with symbolic significance. It has spiritual and true attributes as a sincere follower of the sun. The vibrant yellow, orange, and red colors, which indicate joy, brilliance, and positivity, are ideal for Vasant Panchami or other comparable occasions.  

Home Decor 

Versatile home decor products customized to your demands and personal style are ready to enhance the appeal of your home. Every product, unique in its way, pays homage to Vasant Panchami’s aim. Whether candle/T-light holders, water fountains, Himalayan Salt Lamps, scent diffusers, wall hangings/decor, framed paintings, and so on; all of these objects not only glam up the interiors but also encourage positive vibrations, happiness, abundance, and jovialness.

Festive Lamp

This is a one-of-a-kind and unusual vasant panchami gift idea. On this particular occasion, you can offer your loved ones a traditional lamp or a set of small diyas. You might even give them a traditional-looking light powered by electricity instead of oil and thread. The little bulbs are evenly distributed and tastefully arranged in these lamps. These lamps have a really pleasant and classy appearance. These lamps are available in various sizes, shapes, and patterns.  

Dry Fruits 

A health-giving gift! Consider giving a box of assorted dry fruits, such as cashews, almonds, anise, betel nut, raisin, walnut, and others. A  box of dried fruits is the perfect Basant Panchmi gift.