What Not to Do on Basant Panchami: According to the Vedic calendar, Basant Panchami is celebrated on the fifth day of the bright half of the month of Magha. This festival is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati and holds special significance for progress in knowledge, learning, music, and arts. This date will be observed from 2:28 AM on January 23, 2026, until 1:46 AM the following day. ​​Worship, fasting, and special offerings on this day bring happiness and positive energy into life.

When is Basant Panchami 2026?

Date Begins: January 23, 02:28 AM
Date Ends: January 24, 01:46 AM
Puja Muhurta (Auspicious Time for Worship): 07:13 AM to 12:33 PM
Brahma Muhurta: 05:26 AM to 06:26 AM
Vijaya Muhurta: 02:20 PM to 03:02 PM
Godhuli Muhurta: 05:50 PM to 06:17 PM
Abhijit Muhurta: 12:12 PM to 12:54 PM

What to Do on Basant Panchami?

Basant Panchami is considered a symbol of learning, knowledge, and positive energy. Performing certain special activities on this day brings happiness and prosperity into life:

Wear auspicious colors: Wear yellow or white clothes. Yellow symbolizes the spring season and knowledge, while white brings peace and positive energy.

Saraswati Puja: Perform the worship of Goddess Saraswati according to the prescribed rituals. When performing puja at a temple or home, choose a clean place and offer a lamp, flowers, fruits, sweets, and books.

Eat sattvic food: Consume light and sattvic food throughout the day. Fruits, milk, turmeric, and light dishes are considered auspicious.

For students and art lovers: It is considered highly auspicious to worship books, musical instruments, or art-related equipment and practice on this day.

Meditation and mindfulness: Meditating or practicing yoga for a short time during the day increases mental energy and positivity. Chanting the Mantra: After the puja, chant the Saraswati mantra:
“Saraswati Mahabhage Vidye Kamalalochane Vidyarupe Vishalakshi Vidyam Dehi Namostute”

What not to do on Basant Panchami?

There are certain things that should be avoided on this day as they can hinder auspiciousness and positive energy:

Wearing black clothes: Black is considered a symbol of negativity and depression. Avoid wearing it on this day.

Eating before the puja: There is a tradition of observing a fast or व्रत. Do not eat before the puja and observe the fast until the puja is complete.

Consuming Tamasic food: Avoid meat, garlic, onions, alcohol, and heavily spiced food. These can make both the body and mind heavy and negative.

Cutting or pruning trees and plants: Basant Panchami marks the beginning of spring. Cutting trees and plants on this day is considered inauspicious and can have negative effects on life.

Anger or arguments: It is not considered appropriate to harbor negative emotions or argue with anyone on this day. Maintain peace and harmony.
Unnecessary expenses or investments: This day calls for careful consideration in financial matters. Do not make any major investments or expenses in haste.

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