Nag Panchami

Significance

A Sawan festival honouring the Nagas — the serpent powers of the earth and water — for protection and blessing, at the height of the monsoon when snakes are most about.

The story behind Nag Panchami

Serpents thread through the tradition: Shesha on whom Vishnu reclines, Vasuki around Shiva's neck, the nagas who guard the deep. Nag Panchami sets aside a day to honour rather than fear them — offering milk and prayers so that they, and the household, remain at peace.

How Nag Panchami is observed

• Offering milk, flowers, and turmeric to serpent images or anthills.
• Drawing snake figures at the doorway.
• Fasting and worship for protection from snakebite and for family welfare.
• Refraining from digging the earth or ploughing on the day.

Puja Vidhi & Prayers

Watch the step-by-step puja vidhi, aarti, and prayers for Nag Panchami.

Nag Panchami dates (2015–2035)

Dates are computed from precise sidereal (Lahiri) astronomy for a New Delhi reference and may vary by ±1 day for some evening/midnight festivals depending on your location and regional tradition — the timings above adjust to where you are.