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The holy festival of Basant Panchami is celebrated with devotion and enthusiasm across the country. This date is considered to be associated with the appearance of Mother Saraswati, who has been called the presiding deity of knowledge, wisdom, speech and wisdom. According to religious beliefs, Basant Panchami Worship of Goddess Saraswati on this day improves knowledge, brings clarity in thoughts and concentrates the mind.

This year, Panchami Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Magh month will start from 02:28 AM on 23 January 2026 and will continue till 01:46 AM on 24 January. This festival is considered very important especially for the students, because the worship, mantra chanting and study done on this day helps in strengthening the memory power. Therefore, the festival of Basant Panchami will be celebrated with devotion on 23rd January only.

Spiritual importance of Mother Saraswati and Basant Panchami

In Sanatan tradition, Mother Saraswati is considered the pure form of knowledge. They remove the darkness of ignorance and provide the light of wisdom and consciousness. Basant Panchami is not just a festival, but it is also a symbol of awakening of nature, mind and intellect. This day is considered to be the beginning of spring season, which indicates new energy, creation and positivity. According to religious beliefs, worshiping Goddess Saraswati on this date makes a person's thinking clear and his ability to learn increases.

What should students do on Basant Panchami?

The day of Basant Panchami is considered very fruitful for the students. Doing some special work on this day increases concentration in studies and memory power.

• Take bath in the morning, wear clean clothes and purify the place of worship.
• Light a lamp in front of the picture or idol of Mother Saraswati.
• Keep your books, notebooks and stationery near Pooja.
• It is considered auspicious to start studies from this day, especially alphabet practice for small children.
• It is believed that starting any auspicious event related to education on the day of Basant Panchami will have a positive effect for a long time.

Special puja and mantra to sharpen intelligence

The method of worshiping Goddess Saraswati on Basant Panchami is considered simple but effective. It is auspicious to offer yellow flowers, Akshat, turmeric and sweet offerings. Chanting Saraswati Mantra by keeping the mind calm during worship has been said to have special benefits.

Or Devi Sarvabhuteshu Vidya Rupan Sansthita.Namastesyaye Namastesyaye Namastesyaye Namo Namah॥

Chanting this mantra 108 times sharpens the intellect, brings clarity in speech and increases interest in studies. This mantra is considered extremely beneficial for students as well as youth preparing for competitive examinations.

Importance of diet, conduct and discipline

Along with religious faith, following practical discipline is also considered very important on the day of Basant Panchami. On this day, there is a tradition of consuming satvik food, which includes fruits, milk, light and pure diet. Avoiding excessive fried, spicy and heavy food keeps the mind light and concentrated.

Wearing yellow colored clothes is considered a symbol of positive energy and knowledge. It is also said that it is necessary to maintain distance from anger, laziness and negative thoughts. Respect of teachers, blessings of parents and habit of regular study are considered to be a simple and effective way to attain the blessings of Mother Saraswati.

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