Seasonal Festivals — Hindu Sacred Festival
Nag Panchami
Nag Panchami is dedicated to the worship of serpents (Nagas) — revered as divine beings in Hinduism and associated with Lord Shiva (who wears a serpent around his neck) and Lord Vishnu (who reclines on Shesha Naga). The festival falls on the 5th day of Shravan Shukla Paksha. Devotees offer milk, flowers, and turmeric to snake idols, snake holes, and images in temples. In Maharashtra, live cobras are brought to temples for the festival.
Last updated: 19 April 2026 · Source: Vedic Tradition
Significance
Propitiates serpent deities for protection from snake bites, removal of Kaal Sarp Dosha, and blessings for children and family. Snakes are considered guardians of treasures and the earth.
Rituals & Traditions
Draw snake images on walls with clay. Offer milk, flowers, and turmeric to snake images. Visit Nag temples. Read Nag Panchami Katha. Avoid using shovels or digging earth on this day.
Traditional Foods
FAQ
Q.What is Nag Panchami?
Nag Panchami is dedicated to the worship of serpents (Nagas) — revered as divine beings in Hinduism and associated with Lord Shiva (who wears a serpent around his neck) and Lord Vishnu (who reclines on Shesha Naga). The festival falls on the 5th day ...
Q.What is the significance of Nag Panchami?
Propitiates serpent deities for protection from snake bites, removal of Kaal Sarp Dosha, and blessings for children and family. Snakes are considered guardians of treasures and the earth.
Q.What are the rituals of Nag Panchami?
Draw snake images on walls with clay. Offer milk, flowers, and turmeric to snake images. Visit Nag temples. Read Nag Panchami Katha. Avoid using shovels or digging earth on this day.
Q.What foods are made during Nag Panchami?
Modak, Milk-based sweets, Chivda