When Is Nag Panchami 2026? Know Date, Muhurat And More About The Day That Falls In The Month Of Shravan
Nag Panchami is a traditional Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of Nag Devtas (serpent deities). In 2026, Nag Panchami will be observed in the month of Shravan, on Monday, August 17, 2026. The day is celebrated on the fifth day (Panchami) of the Shukla Paksha and it holds deep religious and cultural significance, especially in India and Nepal. About Nag Panchami The festival is rooted in…
Nag Panchami, a Hindu festival dedicated to serpent deities, will be observed on August 17, 2026. The auspicious day falls on Panchami, the fifth day of the Shukla Paksha. Hindus celebrate this day as a symbol of fertility, protection, and rebirth, with snakes being revered as symbols of these qualities. Lord Shiva is often portrayed with a snake around his neck, while Lord Vishnu rests on the serpent Sheshnag, highlighting the sacred bond between serpents and these deities.
The festival's timing this year is based on the Hindu lunar calendar, with the Panchami Tithi beginning at 04:52 PM on August 16, 2026 and concluding at 05:00 PM on August 17, 2026. Devotees engage in various rituals, including visiting temples, offering milk and sweets to snake idols, and reciting mantras such as "Om Namah Shivaya."
The festival's significance lies in its reflection of the harmony between humans and nature, emphasizing respect for all living beings.
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