📅 Nag Panchami 2026 – Panchang Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Festival | Nag Panchami |
| Date | 27 July 2026 |
| Day | Monday |
| Hindu Month | Shravan |
| Tithi | Shukla Panchami |
| Deity Worshipped | Nag Devta (Serpent Gods) |
| Observed In | North India, Maharashtra, Gujarat, MP, Rajasthan, Nepal |
🐍 What is Nag Panchami?
Nag Panchami is a sacred Hindu festival dedicated to Nag Devta (Serpent Gods), observed on the fifth lunar day (Panchami) of Shukla Paksha in Shravan month. On this day, devotees worship snakes or serpent deities as symbols of protection, fertility, rainfall, and cosmic balance.
In Hindu belief, Nagas are closely associated with Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and cosmic energies of the Earth.
🔱 Spiritual & Mythological Significance
🔹 Connection with Lord Shiva
- Snakes adorn Lord Shiva’s neck, symbolizing control over fear and death.
- Worship of Nag Devta is believed to remove Kaal Sarp Dosh and ancestral karmic obstacles.
🔹 Story of Nag Panchami
According to legends:
- A farmer unknowingly killed baby snakes.
- The mother snake spared the family after seeing their devotion and offerings on Panchami.
- This story teaches respect for nature and all life forms.
🪔 Nag Panchami Puja Vidhi (Step-by-Step)
- Wake up early and take a ritual bath
- Clean the puja area and draw snake images using turmeric or sandalwood
- Offer:
- Milk
- Flowers
- Durva grass
- Rice
- Chant:
- Om Namah Shivaya
- Om Naga Devatabhyo Namah
- Perform aarti and pray for:
- Family protection
- Freedom from fear and diseases
- Peace and prosperity
⚠️ Note: Feeding milk to real snakes is discouraged; symbolic worship is recommended.
🌿 Rituals Followed on Nag Panchami
- Worship of snake idols or images
- Avoid digging land or ploughing (respecting earth life)
- Women pray for family longevity
- Offerings made near anthills and snake shrines
- Special pujas in Shiva temples
🐍 Importance of Nag Panchami in Astrology
- Beneficial for people with Kaal Sarp Dosh
- Reduces malefic effects of Rahu and Ketu
- Considered auspicious for ancestral peace
- Enhances fertility and marital harmony
🙏 Fasting Rules (Vrat)
- Some devotees observe partial fast
- Consumption of milk, fruits, and satvik food
- Avoid onion, garlic, and fried food
- Breaking fast after puja is considered auspicious
❓ Nag Panchami 2026 – FAQs
Q1. Why is Nag Panchami celebrated?
Nag Panchami honors serpent deities who protect the Earth and balance cosmic energies.
Q2. Is Nag Panchami good for Kaal Sarp Dosh?
Yes, worship on this day is believed to reduce Kaal Sarp and Rahu–Ketu related issues.
Q3. Can milk be offered to real snakes?
No. Symbolic worship using idols or images is advised for safety and ethics.
Q4. Which mantra is best on Nag Panchami?
“Om Naga Devatabhyo Namah” and “Om Namah Shivaya”.
Q5. Is Nag Panchami observed across India?
Yes, with regional variations, especially in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and North India.
🌼 Do’s and Don’ts on Nag Panchami
✅ Do’s
- Offer prayers with devotion
- Respect nature and living beings
- Visit Shiva or Nag temples
❌ Don’ts
- Do not harm snakes
- Avoid ploughing land
- Avoid non-vegetarian food
🪔 Spiritual Message of Nag Panchami
Nag Panchami teaches coexistence with nature, humility, and respect for unseen forces of life. Serpents symbolize both fear and protection—worship reminds humans to live in harmony with creation.
🔗 Related Festivals
- Shravan Somvar Vrat
- Kaal Sarp Dosh Puja
- Naag Puja
- Shiva Puja
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