Basant Panchami (or Vasant Panchami) is around the corner, and you know what it means: the sun is shining, the weather is perfect, and nature is in its best form. This is the time when the winter begins to disappear and spring moves with all its glory. Spring is often called the ‘king of all seasons’ – and it is fully worthy of that title. In the Hindu calendar, Basant Panchami Mag falls on the Panchami Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month, and is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati. There are different traditions based on the region of this festival celebrated all over India. In the past, all this is about Saraswati Puja, while South celebrates it as ‘Shri Panchami’.
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While the date changes slightly every year, Basant Panchami usually comes in late January and early February. In 2025, it will be celebrated on 2 February.
Basant Panchami 2025: Date and time:
Date: Sunday, 2 February, 2025
Basant Panchami Murat: 07:09 am to 12:35 pm
Duration: 05 hours 26 minutes
Vasant Panchami Middle Moment: 12:35 pm
Panchami Tithi begins: 09:14 pm on February 2, 2025
Panchami date ends: 06:52 am on 3 February, 2025
Why Basant Panchami is so special:
Basant Panchami marked the end of the chili winter and the beginning of a bright, beautiful spring. The color plays a big role in yellow ceremonies. This is because yellow is a symbol of prosperity, optimism, energy and positivity – everything we need is everything we steps in the hot months. People wear yellow, decorate yellow, and even cook delicious yellow food!
This day is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, Goddess of knowledge, marks students to mark the opportunity. This is an important day for learning and personal development.
Basant Panchami 2025: 5 delicious yellow dishes to try this Besant Panchami:
Basant Panchami, like many other festivals, is a feast for the senses-especially when it comes to food. The festival is working with dishes in vibrant yellow colors. Here are five delicious dishes to try this year:
1. Rava kesari
This delicious sweet, also known as Kesari Bhai, is made with semolina, ghee, sugar, dried fruits and saffron. This is the cure for the right celebration! Click here for the recipe.
2. Bundi ke ladu
These rounds, sweet behavior are a festival classic! Easy to make, and one should be one for Basant Panchami. Click here for the recipe.
3. Rajbhog
A favorite Bengali sweets are made from Rajbhog Chenna and are filled with almonds and pistachios. It is like a large, yellow version of rasgulla. Click here for the recipe.
4. Shrikhand
From Maharashtra, this creamy, saffron-enacted sweets are made with yogurt, sugar and dried fruits. It is smooth, sweet and super quick whip. Click here for the recipe.
5. Kesari kheer
Made with saffron, this rice pudding is a simple yet bhogi treatment. Perfect for this occasion. Click here for the recipe.
So, why not try these delicious yellow dishes to make your Besant Panchami 2025 Festival additional special? Happy Besant Panchami 2025!
