Basant Panchami 2025 to Be Celebrated on February 2, Honoring Goddess Saraswati
The festival marks the arrival of spring and is dedicated to the goddess of wisdom, knowledge, and arts, with celebrations including prayers, kite flying, and wearing yellow attire.
- Basant Panchami, also known as Saraswati Puja, is observed on February 2, 2025, marking the onset of spring and honoring Goddess Saraswati.
- The festival is celebrated with rituals, prayers, and cultural events across India and other South Asian countries.
- Key traditions include wearing yellow, symbolizing energy and prosperity, and enjoying traditional yellow-themed desserts like Kesari Halwa.
- Kite flying is a popular activity during the festival, with authorities in Bathinda raising safety awareness about the use of hazardous kite strings.
- The day is considered auspicious for new beginnings, including weddings, academic pursuits, and entrepreneurial ventures.