Basant Panchami 2026: Avoid These 5 Mistakes for Saraswati Puja Blessings

• Basant Panchami, celebrated on the fifth day of Magh's bright half, marks the end of winter and the beginning of summer.
• The day is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, deity of art, culture, and knowledge, believed to have appeared on this day.
• Avoid wearing black clothes; yellow, white, or green are considered auspicious to please Goddess Saraswati.
• Maintain a calm mind, avoid arguments, and refrain from cutting or pruning trees and plants on this day.
• Bathe and worship Goddess Saraswati before consuming food, and strictly avoid 'tamasic' foods like non-vegetarian items and alcohol.

Why It Matters: Follow specific rituals and avoid common mistakes on Basant Panchami to receive Goddess Saraswati's blessings.