Nag Panchami 2025: Rituals, Story, Significance & Puja Vidhi
Nag Panchami is a traditional Hindu festival that honors the serpent deities or “Nagas.” Celebrated in the holy month of Shravana, this sacred day blends mythology, nature reverence, and spirituality. In 2025, Nag Panchami falls on July 29, and devotees across India will observe the day with fasting, pujas, and offerings to snake idols and live serpents.
Date and Muhurat for Nag Panchami 2025
- Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2025
- Panchami Tithi Begins: July 28, 2025 at 12:42 PM
- Panchami Tithi Ends: July 29, 2025 at 03:16 PM
- Puja Muhurat: 05:41 AM to 08:23 AM
Rituals and Puja Vidhi
Morning Bath and Purity: Devotees take an early bath and clean their homes and surroundings.
Milk Offering: In some regions, devotees offer milk to live cobras handled by snake charmers.
Fasting: Many observe a fast and eat only after performing the rituals.
Rituals and Puja Vidhi
Morning Bath and Purity: Devotees take an early bath and clean their homes and surroundings.Milk Offering: In some regions, devotees offer milk to live cobras handled by snake charmers.Fasting: Many observe a fast and eat only after performing the rituals.
Regional Variations
- Punjab & Haryana: Celebrated as part of Guga Navami, with clay snake idols paraded and later buried.
Why Nag Panchami Matters Today
Nag Panchami is not just about mythology—it reminds us of the ecological role of snakes and the need to coexist with nature. It helps in spreading awareness about wildlife protection and discourages the killing of snakes.
Nag Panchami’s roots lie in ancient Hindu texts like the Mahabharata. The most famous legend is that of sage Astika, who halted King Janamejaya’s Sarpa Satra (snake sacrifice), thereby saving the serpent race.
Conclusion
Nag Panchami 2025 is a spiritual and cultural reminder of India’s deep-rooted traditions. From mythology to ecological awareness, this festival serves as a bridge between the ancient and the modern. Whete, remember the values of harmony and gratitude it symbolizes.
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