Shree Panchami (Saraswati Puja)
श्रीपञ्चमी / सरस्वती पूजा
February 11, 2027 · Magh 28, 2083 BS
Nationwide
Plan a trip around Shree Panchami (Saraswati Puja)History & origin
Marks the arrival of spring in the wider Hindu calendar (Basant Panchami) and Saraswati's identification as the source of speech, knowledge and artistic skill — young children have traditionally had their first letters guided onto a slate or tongue with honey on this day as an auspicious start to learning.
How it’s celebrated
Schools and colleges hold formal Saraswati Puja ceremonies, with students placing books, pens and musical instruments before a shrine or image of the goddess for blessing; families with young children often mark the day with the akshar-arambha ritual, guiding the child's hand to write their first letters.
Tips for visitors
A meaningful day to be at a Nepali school if you have the chance — the puja ceremonies for books and instruments are widely observed and photogenic.
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