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Vasant Panchami
Vasant Panchami heralds the arrival of spring and is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, music, and arts. Yellow is the color of the day, symbolizing the mustard fields of spring.
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Saraswati Puja Muhurat
Festival length
Single-day observance
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Saraswati Puja Muhurat
Festival length
Single-day observance
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Vasant Panchami heralds the arrival of spring and is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, music, and arts. Yellow is the color of the day, symbolizing the mustard fields of spring.
Ritual path
Rituals
Wear yellow clothes. Perform Saraswati Puja — place books, instruments, and pens near the idol. Offer yellow flowers and sweets. In Bengal, this day marks Saraswati Puja with elaborate pandals.
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